Griffin School
Tel: (512)454-5797
- Griffin School is a college preparatory high school community defined by academic rigor and creativity.
- Our mission is to cultivate individual potential and intellectual curiosity in a vibrant and engaged community. Founded in 1996 and fully accredited, Griffin School provides students with a high school program that values individuality, creativity, and community.
- Our students gain admission into some of the best colleges and universities across the country; more importantly, they become creative, curious, authentic human beings
- Our interactive classes are capped at fifteen students and academic programming fosters artistic expression, critical thinking, and genuine involvement in the school and Austin community.
- We offer Advanced Placement courses across all disciplines, a broad array of fine arts classes and a competitive sports program.
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School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Texas Association of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1996 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 117 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 35% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 40% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 13 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Calculus AB, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP Government, AP Language and Composition, AP Latin, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Studio Art - Drawing, AP Studio Art-2D, AP Studio Art-3D, AP US History |
| Average SAT score | 1290 |
| Average ACT score | 27 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 19 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,550 |
| Tuition Notes | additional $850 annual fee |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Caroline Wilson |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Choir/Chorus, Competitive Sports, Explorers Outdoor Club, National Honor Society, Theatre Club, Yearbook Club, Youth Radio Choir/Chorus, Theatre Club, Yearbook Club, Youth Radio, Competitive Sports, Explorers Outdoor Club, National Honor Society, |
School Notes
- Parent interview
- Student shadow day/interview
- Parent/Student application
- Transcript
- ISEE
- $50 application fee
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