Ascent: An Acton Academy is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school in Austin, TX, serving 40 students from pre–kindergarten through fifth grade in a large city community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 5 total teachers supporting its small enrollment.
Approximately 23% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting aspects of local diversity.
Located in the Windsor Park neighborhood, the academy offers early childhood and elementary education in an urban setting.2 miles in Austin.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 42%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ascent: An Acton Academy?
The application deadline for Ascent: An Acton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ascent: An Acton Academy located?
Ascent: An Acton Academy is located in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other private schools located in Windsor Park.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Ascent: An Acton Academy is Academy Of Thought And Industry Austin (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Mt. Sinai Christian Academy (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Francis School (1.2 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mt. Sinai Christian Academy
(Christian)
5900 Cameron Road
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 451-0808
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 451-0808
0.1 miles
Gr: K-1 | 8 students
6510 Berkman Dr
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 454-6170
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 454-6170
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 6 students
Academy Of Thought And Industry Austin
Montessori School
5815 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students
5001 Evans Ave.
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 454-5797
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 454-5797
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
300 E Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Academy Of Thought And Industry Austin
Montessori School
5815 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students
5001 Evans Ave.
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 454-5797
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 454-5797
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4407 Red River St
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 472-2262
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 472-2262
1.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 34 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Austin Peace Academy ![Austin Peace Academy Photo]( "Austin Peace Academy Photo")
(Islamic)
5110 Manor Rd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1737
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1737
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 623 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Program Emphasis
1507 Wilshire Blvd
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 524-0085
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 524-0085
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students Avg. class size: 2 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mt. Sinai Christian Academy
(Christian)
5900 Cameron Road
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 451-0808
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 451-0808
0.1 miles
Gr: K-1 | 8 students
6510 Berkman Dr
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 454-6170
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 454-6170
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 6 students
Academy Of Thought And Industry Austin
Montessori School
5815 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 230-2365
1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students
300 E Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4407 Red River St
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 472-2262
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 472-2262
1.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 34 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
300 E Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 454-0848
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Austin Peace Academy ![Austin Peace Academy Photo]( "Austin Peace Academy Photo")
(Islamic)
5110 Manor Rd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1737
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 926-1737
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 623 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hyde Park Montessori
Montessori School
4108 Ave H
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 451-5081
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 451-5081
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
831 Houston Street
Austin, TX 78756
(513) 643-4833
Austin, TX 78756
(513) 643-4833
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 164 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1203 Springdale Rd
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2085
Austin, TX 78721
(512) 414-2085
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5908 Manor Rd
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 522-4190
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 522-4190
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 669 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5408 Westminster Dr
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 414-2026
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 414-2026
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 748 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7104 Berkman Dr
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 414-2523
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 414-2523
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 972 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Middle Fiskville Rd
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 956-4406
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 956-4406
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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