Needs Improvement
#7962 of 8,552 schools in TX
Allison EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
515 VARGAS RD, Austin, TX 78741
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,962 of 8,552
In Austin
#196 of 241
public schools
In district
#91 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Allison EL
Allison EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Allison EL serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Allison EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,962 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Allison EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Allison EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Allison EL — Students at Allison EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Allison EL Compares
See how Allison EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
515 VARGAS RD, Austin, TX 78741
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allison EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA HEALTH PROFESSIONS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA MONTOPOLIS ACADEMY Austin | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| IDEA MONTOPOLIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BATY EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| LASA H S Austin | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| GOVALLE EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| KIPP PASEO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP PASEO PRI Austin | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| ORTEGA EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ZAVALA EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| OAK SPRINGS EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 2.2 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - AUSTIN Austin | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| IDEA HEALTH PROFESSIONS ACADEMY Austin | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA HEALTH PROFESSIONS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Austin | 2.5 mi | 2.3 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| NORMAN-SIMS EL Austin | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78741 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,434
Median Home Value
$376,500
Median Rent
$1,477/mo
Population
45,274
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
30.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allison EL
What grades does Allison EL serve?
Allison EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Allison EL?
Allison EL has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allison EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Allison EL is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allison EL rank in TX?
Allison EL ranks #7,962 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Allison EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Allison EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Allison EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allison EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Allison EL a charter school?
No, Allison EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allison EL a Title I school?
No, Allison EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allison EL?
90.6% of students at Allison EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (512) 414-2004
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #91 of 118
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