Griffin School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 172 students
Yearly Tuition: $24,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 24
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Griffin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Griffin School
9	46
10	43
11	42
12	41

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Year Founded

1996

Last Day of School

Thu. May 27, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

172 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1194

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Business with Personal Finance

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP Computer Science AAP English Literature

AP Environmental ScienceAP Government

AP Language and CompositionAP Latin

AP MacroeconomicsAP Physics 1

AP Physics CAP Pre Calculus

AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics

AP Studio Art-2DAP Studio Art-3D

AP US HistoryAP World History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 24

Yearly Tuition Cost

$24,000

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Tuition Notes

Annual Fee = $1500

% on Financial Aid

20%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Caroline Wilson

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Cross FitMartial Arts

Rock ClimbingSailing

SoccerTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Weightlifting

Colors

Green and Gray

School Mascot

The Griffin

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess TeamDebate Team

Model United NationsNational Honor Society

Science Olympiad

Arts and Music Programs:

Theatre ClubYearbook Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Competitive Sports

School Notes

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.

Founded in 1996, Griffin School provides students with a high school program that values individuality, creativity, and community. What makes Griffin unique is the balance between a rigorous college preparatory academic program and a vibrant, creative and supportive school community. 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. We are located in Central Austin in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Griffin School cost?

Griffin School's tuition is approximately $24,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Griffin School?

The acceptance rate of Griffin School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Griffin School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Griffin School offer?

Griffin School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Martial Arts, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

What is Griffin School's ranking?

Griffin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most AP courses offered.

When is the application deadline for Griffin School?

The application deadline for Griffin School is Jan. 24.

In what neighborhood is Griffin School located?

Griffin School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in Hyde Park.

School Calendar

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Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Spring Break

March 12, 2027 (Friday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Austin, TX is $17,994 for elementary schools and $19,115 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Austin, TX is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).