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#678 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 8% in state

Bee Cave Middle

Middle School · LAKE TRAVIS ISD

5400 VAIL DIVIDE, Austin, TX 78738

Enrollment

862

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#678 of 8,552

In Austin

#35 of 241

public schools

In district

#1 of 11

LAKE TRAVIS ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bee Cave Middle

8.6/10

Middle School in Austin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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7.3/10

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About Bee Cave Middle

Bee Cave Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of LAKE TRAVIS ISD. Bee Cave Middle serves approximately 862 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bee Cave Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bee Cave Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+4 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+32.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.7 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,944
Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

Bee Cave Middle — Students at Bee Cave Middle score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
77.1%
2024
Math
76%
ELA
83%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Bee Cave Middle Compares

See how Bee Cave Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in TX
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

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

5400 VAIL DIVIDE, Austin, TX 78738

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bee Cave Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 6.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LAKE TRAVIS MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Spicewood), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HUDSON BEND MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 6.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LUPINE LANE Austin 1.2 mi 5.9
BEE CAVE EL Austin 1.8 mi 7.3
THE PREP SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin 2.1 mi 6.8
LAKE TRAVIS H S Austin 2.2 mi 7.4
SERENE HILLS EL Austin 2.5 mi 7.4
LAKE TRAVIS MIDDLE Spicewood 2.6 mi 7.6
THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Austin 2.6 mi 7.2
LAKEWAY EL Austin 3.1 mi 7.5
ROUGH HOLLOW EL Spicewood 3.4 mi 8.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin 3.8 mi
ACTON IMPRIMIS LAKE TRAVIS Spicewood 4.5 mi
LAKE POINTE EL Austin 4.7 mi 8.4
LAKE TRAVIS EL Austin 5.2 mi 3.9
ESCUELA HISPANOAMERICANA DE TEXAS Austin 5.6 mi
RIVER RIDGE EL Austin 5.5 mi 9.0
WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood 5.8 mi 5.1
HUDSON BEND MIDDLE Austin 6.7 mi 7.1
CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE Austin 6.8 mi 8.5
THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DRIPPING SPRINGS Austin 7.7 mi
LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Austin 7.0 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,911

Median Home Value

$754,600

Median Rent

$1,915/mo

Population

28,790

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bee Cave Middle

What grades does Bee Cave Middle serve?

Bee Cave Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bee Cave Middle?

Bee Cave Middle has an enrollment of approximately 862 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bee Cave Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bee Cave Middle is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bee Cave Middle rank in TX?

Bee Cave Middle ranks #678 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bee Cave Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bee Cave Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Bee Cave Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bee Cave Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Bee Cave Middle a charter school?

No, Bee Cave Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bee Cave Middle a Title I school?

No, Bee Cave Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
862
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

District

LAKE TRAVIS ISD
District Enrollment
11,272
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,944
District Rank
#1 of 11

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