2019 Best Private High Schools in the Austin AreaAbout this List

St. Stephen's Episcopal School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 6-12
• 67

Parent: Our family adores St. Stephens. Due to exceptional teachers, our daughter fell in love with science in high school . She is a happy scientist (MD) today. Our son branched out from his love of math/science to become an amazing writer. He uses both skill sets today. Your child will be very prepared for any selective college. They will gain well-developed critical thinking and writing skills. What stands out compared to other exceptional boarding/day schools across the country is the careful, genuine, relentless concern for the students' mental health. Bullying is well managed. Caring community is emphasized. Neither child ever had a mediocre teacher. The money we spent at St. Stephens was better spent than the money we later spent at selective, top-notch colleges.
Read 67 Reviews

• A+

• 696 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Andrew's Episcopal School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• K-12
• 42

Senior: I have gone to St. Andrew's since the first grade. Back then, there was no kindergarten. I have loved my time here. The community support is what has led me to an accomplished and fulfilled academic career. I thoroughly believe the encouragement from both teachers and students are what have pushed me to be the best student, athlete, and empathetic community member. My relationships with my teachers allow me to ask questions confidently in class. They ensure us that confusion and sometimes failure is sometimes essential on our paths for success.
Read 42 Reviews

• A+

• 940 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Michael's Catholic Academy

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 9-12
• 48

Senior: The faculty are so caring and dedicated to helping us students succeed. Courses are rigorous and well worth the effort, and they prepare us with so many invaluable skills for college that most other skills do not. It is a learning community and it is alive!
Read 48 Reviews

• A+

• 364 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Regents School of Austin

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• K-12
• 54

Senior: I have been at Regents since first grade and plan on graduating this spring semester. I really enjoy how the class size is small so that i feel like i am the one the teacher is talking to and i feel more engaged. I enjoy the influence and relationships i have been able to build over the years with my teachers and the community around me. The classical christian education has challenged me to work hard at everything i do, not only in the school environment, but in the extra curricular activities as well. The football and track program have given me a chance to grow in who i am and to step up to a leadership position. I also enjoyed the chance to be in the unique laser optics program and work around lasers for 2 years. I also love the challenge and vigor of the senior thesis/ Rhetoric II program. I feel that the entire process will prepare me well for college.
Read 54 Reviews

• A+

• 1,034 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 9-12
• 43

Alum: St. Dominic Savio CHS provides the community a place for bright students to shine, pursue various hobbies and STEM academics, and grow in their faith. The school becomes a family and the teachers are always willing to challenge and encourage their students. The sports teams always do very well, and personally I loved playing on the Tennis team. Even activities such as the Spring Musical allow the student a chance to learn how to balance their time and step outside of themselves to create a character. There was a heart for service as well. The Junior "street retreat" is just one place where students learn to see the world through someone else's eyes- those of the homeless. Overall, St. Dominic Savio is a wonderful place to continue one's lifelong goals of academia and growth.
Read 43 Reviews

• A+

• 390 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Austin Waldorf School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• K-12
• 6

Junior: It is nice to have small classes, but there is a lack of diversity of people. Although the teachers enjoy teaching which makes class engaging. The curriculum is heavily reliant on humanities, history and literature classes. Because of this the same content is repeditivly taught by different teachers.
Read 6 Reviews

• A+

• 389 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Austin Peace Academy

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 70

Parent: Austin Peace Academy is an excellent school! I put my kids in Islamic School so they could learn Islamic values. I didn't expect that they would be given a world-class education with attentive and talented teachers. In addition to this, my kids have become members of a tight knit community. This school provides more than an education. It provides a home.
Read 70 Reviews

• A+

• 260 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Headwaters School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 6

Parent: We have been part of this school since 2008, and we love it. The teachers are incredible, and our kids absolutely love going to school. We feel so lucky to be part of this community. The teachers have helped my children cultivate their intellect, their hearts, and their curiosities.
Read 6 Reviews

• A+

• 535 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hyde Park Schools

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 104

Senior: Hyde Park is a great place! The high school has a perfect number of students, and the teachers love and invest time in their students. GoWeek is my favorite part of the Hyde Park Community now; all students have the opportunity to serve others all over the world for example in Austin, Nicaragua, or Uganda. Most students work hard, but also have a life outside of school. Almost every student is involved in some sort of extracurricular activity, usually sports.
Read 104 Reviews

• A+

• 622 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hill Country Christian School of Austin

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 43

Senior: Hill Country Christian School is a nurturing environment where students grow together through social and academic activities. The teacher to student ratio is phenomenally tailored to give students maximum time and help from the teachers. The administration has communication open with the families everyday and are willing to assist in situations any way that they can and it is an overall wonderful environment to be educated in.
Read 43 Reviews

• A

• 570 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

San Marcos Academy

• Private School
• San Marcos, TX
• K-12
• 25

Senior: San Marcos Academy is an interesting school. You get the opportunity to be meet and interact with a lot of different types of people and the teachers are very much like parent who want you to succeed, if you let them. One of the things I really don't like are the rules: many of them are unnecessary and pointless.
Read 25 Reviews

• A

• 281 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brentwood Christian School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 75

Works Here: I love working at Brentwood Christian School. The teachers are amazing, and the families are very involved. This is a great combination! Not only do our students score well above average academically, but they are kind and respectful.

Having all grades on one campus allows our elementary and secondary administration to work together to ensure every student has a clear and purposeful road to college from a very young age. This also allows our students to become leaders. Our youngest students look up to the upperclassmen as role models, and eventually they themselves become the role models of the future generation.
Read 75 Reviews

• A

• 619 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Griffin School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 9-12
• 30

Senior: The care that teachers show their students is incredible. I constantly felt pushed by my teachers to do my best, and they give the students lots of individual attention. The school always felt too small for me, but I stayed because of the quality of education I received there. It can be cliquey but in general, it's very easy to sit down with any group and be immediately included. Everyone is very caring and if I seemed down at school, people from all grades (even those who I didn't really talk to) would reach out to me to ask if I was alright. I could leave my phone and laptop in a classroom unsupervised and I never needed to lock my locker during my time at Griffin because nobody ever steals anything. Aside from the small size, it's been a great fit for me. I met some of my closest friends there.
Read 30 Reviews

• A

• 125 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Summit Christian Academy - Cedar Park Campus

• Private School
• Cedar Park, TX
• PK, K-12
• 45

Alum: After having attended Summit for 7+ years I want to share my opinions. Summit is truly dedicated to their students and gives 110% to make the best out of anything. The teachers will always be there for your student(s) no matter what they need there is always someone to talk with. While everything has its pros and cons Summit does have a moderate staff turn over rate. All in all, they do a GREAT job with the resources they have!
Read 45 Reviews

• A-

• 327 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Concordia High School

• Private School
• Round Rock, TX
• 9-12
• 32

Alum: I transferred from public school to Concordia before my junior year. I was going through quite a lot personally and became very sick for almost 6 months. The teachers and staff were incredibly supportive and did everything they could to help me through my illness and absences. Had I been in public school, I would’ve failed or had to repeat a grade. The teachers at Concordia called, emailed, and sent my homework to my house so I could continue my AP courses and apply for college. Once I was back on my feet senior year, that support further continued and I truly found a home. I graduated with a nearly perfect GPA because of the support of this school. Concordia saved my life. It’s a tiny family of weird, kind, intelligent, compassionate people and anyone would be lucky to go here.
Read 32 Reviews

• A-

• 118 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Round Rock Christian Academy

• Private School
• Round Rock, TX
• PK, K-12
• 30

Senior: Round Rock Christian Academy is a small private school in central Texas with a multitude of benefits. The staff and administration genuinely care about the students and strives to motivate them towards success. The Academy is a College Preparatory school and therefore, highly focuses on academics and critical thinking alongside instilling study habits and mature behavior to all grade levels! In addition to academics, the clubs, activities, and sports maintain a very motivated structure as the school holds many state champion titles and has a great reputation of respectable kids! There are, however, a few downsides to the school. Because of the small population, there is a lack in a wide diversity. This is not by the school's choice, simply the outcome of a costly private school. Personally speaking, the price is worth the schooling as the institution prepares students for college, instills Christ-like values, and offers a unique sense of belonging to all who walk on the campus.
Read 30 Reviews

• A-

• 519 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Veritas Academy

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 27

Senior: I am extremely grateful for my high school, Veritas Academy. I have been pushed to grow as a student, leader, and athlete. My teachers have been genuinely caring, and challenge me to learn. They are well versed in their subject, and the english department is exceptionally refined. My high school advisors have generously helped me with a plentitude of applications and essays. The rigorous course load has prepared me for college, and I have learned invaluable time management skills. My leadership classes have taught me who I am, and how I can influence others. I have also been involved in five sports over my high school career. The benefit of attending a small school, is that I have been able to play on many teams. From the classroom to the gymnasium, my school has truly formed my heart, mind, and body.
Read 27 Reviews

• B+

• 451 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

San Juan Diego Catholic High School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 9-12
• 70

Senior: San Juan Diego Catholic High School is a phenomenal school that is dedicated to their students future and success by college preparation and in the participation of the corporate internship program. The school has a positive and friendly environment; the staff are always committed and passionate about their job. The students at San Juan Diego are highly motivated and determine when it comes to education. For many students that attend the school they come for a better future and know that San Juan Diego is the best fit for their goal, which is going and graduating college. San Juan Diego is indeed a school that works! With one hundred percent college acceptance.
Read 70 Reviews

• B

• 150 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hill Country Christian School of San Marcos

• Private School
• San Marcos, TX
• K-12
• 13

Alum: I couldn't have asked for a better place to be in middle school and high school. The faculty and fellow students were (and still are) like family, and the curriculum was challenging enough to toughen anyone up. There's also a heavy involvement with the next-door church that the school is partnered with, and there is a good amount of focus on building students up to be strong, spiritual leaders. It isn't perfect, and no school is, but there is genuine effort put into the teaching here both academically and practically to make sure every student is given the tools they need to succeed in a big way when they graduate.
Read 13 Reviews

• B

• 206 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Huntington-Surrey Preparatory School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 9-12

• A-

• 37 Students
• 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sterling Classical School

• Private School
• Leander, TX
• PK, K-12

• NG

• 283 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Rawson Saunders

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• 1-12

• NG

• 222 Students
• 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Grace Academy

• Private School
• Georgetown, TX
• K-12
• 8

Parent: The mission statement says it all! This has been a great school for my children (for the last 6 years) and a great community for our family. Where "Bible" is not just a class - all learning happens through the lens of Scripture and true heart discipleship takes the place of mere behavior modification. The teachers love the Lord, love their subjects, and (utmost importance to me as a Mom) love their students, challenging and encouraging them continually! Coaches that are highly respected in their arenas! Lots of extracurricular options
Read 8 Reviews

• NG

• 220 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Renaissance Academy

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12
• 16

Niche User: Renaissance is the best for all levels of students as teachers give individual attention to meet student needs. Their focus is not only academics but also character building and respect toward others. I find this unique as this makes our kids grow with a well rounded personality and respect for others. I always find comfort when I visit the school by looking at the passion and dedication of administration and teachers. I have seen alumni with the best of behavior and involved in leading community activities, prayers in mosques and delivering Juma khutbas and girls have best of manners and caring for their juniors. .
Read 16 Reviews

• NG

• 187 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Victory Christian Center School

• Private School
• Austin, TX
• PK, K-12

• NG

• 120 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio