St. Austin Catholic School

What St. Austin Catholic School does

St. Austin Catholic School is a private, nonprofit Catholic PK3-8 school located at 2026 Guadalupe Street in downtown Austin, Texas, adjacent to the University of Texas campus. Originally founded in 1915 by the Dominican Sisters of Houston as Holy Rosary School (renamed St. Austin Catholic School in 1941-42 when the eighth grade was added), the school operates under the governance of the Diocese of Austin Office of Catholic Schools with full accreditation from the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department, and is served by the Paulist Fathers. The school currently enrolls 215 students across PreK3 through 8th grade with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, 75+ years of combined faculty teaching experience, and a 39% minority student population.

The core product is a faith-integrated Catholic curriculum aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) state standards, supported by specialized programs: the SOAAR Gifted and Talented curriculum, Student Support Services for diverse learning needs, an 8-sport athletics program across CAPPS and CYO CTX leagues, Fine Arts (music, band, choir, visual arts), and enrichment partnerships including DECATS, STARBASE Austin, and Play Like a Champion Today. A new 21st-century learning facility completed in 2022 added a project-based learning Design Studio, science lab, and library. The school uses standard K-12 SaaS platforms — RenWeb/FACTS for SIS and billing, ParentSquare for communications, eCatholic for the website, and NWEA MAP, Renaissance Star, Amplify mClass, and COGAT for assessment.

The revenue model is multi-stream and tuition-anchored. Annual tuition is $13,035-$14,035 for the first student and $12,535-$13,535 for additional siblings, with a discount for active St. Austin Catholic parishioners; the school also charges $100,000 annually in tuition assistance to qualifying families. Auxiliary recurring revenue includes the Eagle's Nest after-school care ($275/month full-time or $20/day drop-in), an 8-week summer camp, third-party on-campus programs (Chess Wizards, UK Soccer School), and the 1917 Society leadership giving tiers ranging from $1,917 to $20,000+ annually. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer admissions targeting Austin-area families through tours, community events, word-of-mouth referrals, and a parent volunteer requirement of 20 hours per family per year.

Name

St. Austin Catholic School

Legal name

St. Austin Catholic School

Website

https://staustinschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1917

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Austin Catholic School is a private PK3-8 Catholic school in downtown Austin, Texas serving 215 students with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, offering faith-integrated academics, athletics, fine arts, and enrichment under Diocese of Austin governance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-8 Catholic Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61), Educational Support Services (611710), Fine Arts Schools (61161)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Before/After Care Programs (Early Years) (EDACAHAE), Faith-Based Nursery & Playgroups (EDACACAK), Music Schools & Conservatory Prep (Pre-College) (EDAMANAE)

Keywords

• Catholic K-8 education
• Private elementary school
• Faith-based education
• After-school care programs
• Summer camp programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin, Texas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments for PreK-8 education. Tuition rates differentiated for St. Austin Active Catholic Parishioners versus Standard Rate, with discounts for multiple siblings.
2. After-School Care (Eagle's Nest): After-school care program operating 3:45pm-5:30pm, providing homework support, physical/social/emotional development, and care for students.
3. Summer Camp: 8-week structured summer camp program with various activities and registration options.
4. Third-Party Enrichment Programs: Revenue from partner programs including Chess Wizards and UK Soccer School conducted on campus.
5. Annual Fund and Donations: Annual giving campaign and donor-designated gifts supporting tuition assistance, academic programs, athletics, arts, and facilities.
6. 1917 Society Leadership Giving: Leadership giving circle with tiers from $1,917 to $20,000+ annually with recognition benefits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

St. Austin Catholic School delivers a PreK-3 through 8th-grade Catholic education that integrates TEKS-aligned academic instruction with daily faith formation, weekly All-School Mass, sacrament preparation, and social-emotional learning. The core offering is supplemented by Fine Arts (Music, Band, Choir, Visual Arts), Athletics (8 sports through CAPPS and CYO CTX leagues), the SOAAR Gifted and Talented program, Student Support Services, Eagle's Nest after-school care (3:45pm-5:30pm), and an 8-week Summer Camp.

Product overview

St. Austin Catholic School is a PK3 through 8th grade Catholic elementary/middle school offering a comprehensive educational program built around its core Catholic curriculum integrating academics with faith formation. The school provides early childhood education (Pre-K and Kindergarten), elementary school (1st-5th grade), and middle school (6th-8th grade) as distinct programs. Supporting the core curriculum are specialized programs including Fine Arts (Music, Band, Choir, Visual Arts), Athletics (offering 8 sports through CAPPS and CYO CTX leagues), Student Support Services (accommodations and interventions), and the SOAAR Gifted and Talented program. Additional offerings include Eagle's Nest after-school care and Summer Camp. The school operates under the Paulist Fathers ministry with accreditation from the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department (TCCBED). Financial support is available through tuition assistance programs including the Beacon of Hope Scholarship and ACE Scholarship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Catholic School Curriculum (PK3-8th Grade) Comprehensive Catholic education program for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through 8th grade, integrating academic instruction with faith formation, character development, and whole-child education aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards.
• Early Childhood Education (Pre-K and Kindergarten) Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten programs offering part-time and full-time options with developmentally appropriate curriculum including Frogstreet for Pre-K, Handwriting Without Tears, phonics, and foundational academic skills in a Catholic environment.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive fine arts education including Music (PK3-8th grade), Band (instrumental), Choir, and Visual Arts (2x/week for PK3-5th grade, elective for middle school) with performances at TAPPS and state competitions.
• Middle School Electives Middle school elective offerings including PSIA Academic Competition, Yearbook, Eagle Echo Podcast, Art, One-Act Play, Concert Band, Sports Conditioning, Design Studio, Dance, Fashion Design, and more. Students select two electives per school year.
• Athletics Program Athletic program for students in grades 1st-8th offering sports including Flag Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, Basketball, Track & Field, Golf, Tennis, and Soccer. Participates in CAPPS Athletic League and CYO CTX for younger grades.
• Eagle's Nest After-School Care After-school care program running from 3:45pm to 5:30pm, promoting physical, social, and emotional development with homework time and decompression activities. Offers full-time, drop-in, and punch card options.
• St. Austin Summer Camp 8-week summer camp program offering various fun activities for children. Flexible weekly registration available with enrichment programming including chess and soccer.
• SOAAR Program (Student Opportunities for Academic Accelerated Rigor) Gifted and Talented program for high-achieving learners featuring accredited GT curriculum, STEM projects, affective learning, and career/special interest projects with self-directed learning and innovative product development.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students outperform national average, diocesan average, and national Catholic school average in every grade level in both Reading and Math (79th and 74th percentile school-wide medians respectively)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• Smart FamiliescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization dedicated to helping parents and schools create safer, healthier environment for children by building community supporting family closeness and steering clear of technology traps. Provides cutting-edge neuroscience education on coercive effects of technology, empowering families to make informed choices including delaying smartphone use until high school.
• Play Like a Champion TodaycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharacter education program for athletics focusing on educating ethically responsible sports leaders and creating inclusive sports environment. All coaches and parent volunteers trained in this program.
• Capital Area Private & Parochial Schools (CAPPS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAthletic league with 15 member schools in Austin and surrounding areas. St. Austin competes in various sports seasons including fall, winter, and spring athletics.
• Catholic Youth Organization Central Texas (CYO CTX)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatholic-based developmental league for 1st through 4th graders in volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Parent registration required.
• DECATS Austin (DeBusk Enrichment Center for Academically Talented Scholars)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThree-week summer enrichment program for gifted students in grades 3-5. Brought to Austin area in 2008, supported by Diocese of Austin. Approximately 40% of St. Austin students qualify.
• Chess WizardsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAfter-school chess program teaching chess to children through interactive curriculum, activities, and high-energy teaching techniques.
• UK Soccer SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAfter-school enrichment programs for Pre-K to 6th grade offering multi-sport development in safe, fun environment.
• Hensel Phelps Construction Co.majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLed construction of $44M St. Austin Parish Redevelopment Project, recognized with Outstanding Construction Award from AGC Austin.
• STARBASE AustinminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive-day STEM initiative at Camp Mabry for 5th graders exploring STEM careers through hands-on activities with Texas National Guard.
• Diocese of Austin Office of Catholic SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGoverning body providing accreditation through Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department (TCCBED), leadership, and support for Catholic schools in the diocese.
• Community First! VillageminorOthersOrganization supporting adults coming out of chronic homelessness. Students raised $1,761.64 in September 2025 service project.
• St. Vincent de PaulminorOthersCatholic charitable organization. Students collected toiletries, baby items, and food for distribution.
• Catholic Charities of Central TexasminorOthersFaith-based social services organization serving individuals and families across 25 Central Texas counties. Students collected $966.48 in May.
• Texas A&M UniversityminorOthersPSIA academic competitions held at Texas A&M University campus.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• St. Gabriel's Catholic School: A PK3-8 Catholic school in Austin, TX under the Diocese of Austin, offering a similar faith-based curriculum with academic rigor, athletics, and fine arts. Direct competitor for Catholic K-8 families in the greater Austin market.
• St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School: A PK-8 Catholic school in Austin under Diocese of Austin governance, providing similar faith formation, academics, and extracurriculars. Direct competitor within the same diocesan network and geography.
• Holy Trinity Catholic School: A PK3-8 Diocese of Austin Catholic school offering comparable faith-based curriculum, athletics, and enrichment programs. Direct peer competing for the same Catholic K-8 enrollment pool in Austin.
• The Waldorf School of Austin: An independent PK-8 school in Austin using Waldorf pedagogy with strong arts integration and holistic education. Comparable premium private school positioning, target Austin families, and alternative educational philosophy.
• Regents School of Austin: A prestigious private K-12 classical Christian school in Austin offering faith-based education with rigorous academics. Comparable private-school positioning, tuition tier, and target Austin families seeking values-based education.
• St. Andrew's Episcopal School: A PK-12 Episcopal day school in Austin offering faith-based education with strong academics, arts, and athletics. Comparable premium tuition tier, faith-based identity, and target demographic of Austin families seeking values-based K-12 education.
• San Juan Diego Catholic High School: Catholic high school in the Diocese of Austin serving as the natural next-school destination for St. Austin graduates. Operates within the same diocesan ecosystem and competes for the same Catholic-family pipeline.

Others

• Diocese of Austin Office of Catholic Schools: Governing body overseeing St. Austin and approximately 20 other diocesan schools. Provides accreditation, shared curriculum standards, athletics leagues (CAPPS), and tuition assistance programs (Beacon of Hope). Ecosystem operator rather than a competitor.

Emerging players

• Primrose Schools: A franchised network of private early childhood education centers (ages 6 weeks to 5 years) with Austin-area locations. Competes for the PreK3/PreK4 enrollment pool at the bottom of St. Austin's age range and offers similar tuition-tier early childhood programs.
• Challenger School - Austin: A private K-8 school with an Austin location emphasizing academics and character. Comparable academic-outcome focus and tuition tier, though operated on a different (non-faith-based) model across a wider multi-state network.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/staustincatholicschool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-austin-catholic-school
• Instagraminstagram.com/staustineagles

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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