Very Good
#2190 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 26% in state
Austin Parkway EL
Elementary School · FORT BEND ISD
4400 AUSTIN PKWY, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,190 of 8,552
In Sugar Land
#18 of 33
public schools
In district
#22 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Austin Parkway EL
Elementary School in Sugar Land · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Austin Parkway EL
Austin Parkway EL is a public elementary school in Sugar Land, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Austin Parkway EL serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Austin Parkway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,190 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Austin Parkway EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Austin Parkway EL — Students at Austin Parkway EL score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
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: 7.7/10.
How Austin Parkway EL Compares
See how Austin Parkway 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
4400 AUSTIN PKWY, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Austin Parkway EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COLONY BEND EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SETTLERS WAY EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sugar Land, see our Sugar Land schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FIRST COLONY Sugar Land | 0.2 mi | — |
| KIDS R KIDS #12 TX Missouri City | 0.5 mi | — |
| THE WIDE SCHOOL Missouri City | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SETTLERS WAY EL Sugar Land | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LEXINGTON CREEK EL Missouri City | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHMINSTER SCHOOL Missouri City | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| THE TOWNE CREEK SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.1 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI Missouri City | 1.1 mi | — |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MISSOURI CITY TEXAS Missouri City | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | — |
| FIRST COLONY MIDDLE Sugar Land | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| QUAIL VALLEY MIDDLE Missouri City | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| FIRST COLONY MONTESSORI SOUTH Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | — |
| QUAIL VALLEY EL Missouri City | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL Missouri City | 1.8 mi | — |
| COLONY BEND EL Sugar Land | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RIVERSTONE MONTESSORI LLC Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS EL Sugar Land | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL DBA HOMESCHOOL ACADEMY Missouri City | 2.0 mi | — |
| DR LYNN ARMSTRONG EL Missouri City | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,381
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,997/mo
Population
92,355
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Austin Parkway EL
What grades does Austin Parkway EL serve?
Austin Parkway EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Austin Parkway EL?
Austin Parkway EL has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin Parkway EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Austin Parkway EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Austin Parkway EL rank in TX?
Austin Parkway EL ranks #2,190 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Austin Parkway EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Austin Parkway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Parkway EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Austin Parkway EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Austin Parkway EL a charter school?
No, Austin Parkway EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Austin Parkway EL a Title I school?
No, Austin Parkway EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin Parkway EL?
33.2% of students at Austin Parkway 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (281) 634-4001
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #22 of 78
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