David Crockett Early College High School is a public high school located in South Austin, Texas. The school opened in 1968 and is part of the Austin Independent School District. It was named after U.S. frontiersman Davy Crockett.
Serving 1,575 students in grades 9-12, Crockett Echs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crockett Echs's student population of 1,575 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Crockett Echs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crockett Echs is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7338 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crockett Echs's ranking?
Crockett Echs is ranked #7338 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Crockett Echs often compared to?
Crockett Echsis often viewed alongside schools like Austin High School, Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crockett Echs?
The graduation rate of Crockett Echs is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Crockett Echs?
1,575 students attend Crockett Echs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Crockett Echs students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crockett Echs?
Crockett Echs has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crockett Echs offer ?
Crockett Echs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crockett Echs part of?
Crockett Echs is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Crockett Echs located?
Crockett Echs is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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