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Austin EL

Elementary School · ABILENE ISD

2341 GREENBRIAR DR, Abilene, TX 79605

Enrollment

699

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,610 of 8,552

In Abilene

#10 of 32

public schools

In district

#3 of 24

ABILENE ISD

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Austin EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Abilene · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About Austin EL

Austin EL is a public elementary school in Abilene, TX, part of ABILENE ISD. Austin EL serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Austin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,610 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Austin EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,604
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Austin EL — Students at Austin EL score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
38.5%
ELA
49.7%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
53%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Austin EL Compares

See how Austin EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2341 GREENBRIAR DR, Abilene, TX 79605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Austin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WARD EL (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Abilene, see our Abilene schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PREMIER H S OF ABILENE Lewisville 0.7 mi 7.3
MADISON MIDDLE Abilene 1.0 mi 3.8
CROCKETT EARLY HEADSTART Abilene 1.2 mi 3.3
KENLEY SCHOOL Abilene 1.2 mi 6.2
ALCORTA EL Abilene 1.2 mi 4.5
ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Abilene 1.2 mi 7.1
WARD EL Abilene 1.5 mi 5.5
BONHAM EL Abilene 1.6 mi 4.6
CLACK MIDDLE Abilene 1.4 mi 3.9
BASSETTI EL Abilene 1.5 mi 5.3
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Abilene 1.8 mi 6.0
COOPER H S Abilene 1.8 mi 5.1
BOWIE EL Abilene 1.8 mi 5.3
OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Abilene 2.4 mi
ABILENE H S Abilene 2.7 mi 5.3
TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Abilene 2.4 mi
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Abilene 2.4 mi
TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Merkel 2.4 mi
DYESS EL Abilene 2.4 mi 5.3
STAFFORD EL Abilene 3.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,565

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Population

28,257

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

14.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Austin EL

What grades does Austin EL serve?

Austin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Austin EL?

Austin EL has an enrollment of approximately 699 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Austin EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Austin EL rank in TX?

Austin EL ranks #5,610 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Austin EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Austin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Austin EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Austin EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Austin EL a charter school?

No, Austin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Austin EL a Title I school?

No, Austin EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin EL?

59.1% of students at Austin 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Taylor County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

ABILENE ISD
District Enrollment
14,652
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,604
District Rank
#3 of 24

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