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#5996 of 8,547 schools in TX
Bill Burden EL
Elementary School · LIBERTY HILL ISD
315 STONEWALL PKWY, Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Liberty Hill
#5 of 8
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,972 of 4,678
In district
#4 of 8
LIBERTY HILL ISD
About Bill Burden EL
Bill Burden Elementary serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Liberty Hill, a large suburban community in Williamson County. The school enrolls 792 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1, supported by 56 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, Bill Burden is working to strengthen student achievement in core subjects.
Currently, about half of students are meeting proficiency standards in English language arts and reading, while mathematics proficiency stands at 44 percent across grade levels. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks at the 48th percentile among Texas schools, indicating room for academic growth and improvement in student outcomes. The school is situated at 315 Stonewall Parkway in the Liberty Hill area, part of a suburban setting that offers families access to a developing community with growing educational resources.
Score Breakdown
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Bill Burden EL — Students at Bill Burden EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.5/10.
How Bill Burden EL Compares
See how Bill Burden EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 36% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 54% (2019) to 45% (2021).
Location
315 STONEWALL PKWY, Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bill Burden EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIBERTY HILL EL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTINE CAMACHO EL (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Leander), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JIM PLAIN EL (rated 6.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Leander), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty Hill, see our Liberty Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY LIBERTY HILL Liberty Hill | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Liberty Hill | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| LOUINE NOBLE EL Liberty Hill | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LIBERTY HILL EL Liberty Hill | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SANTA RITA EL Liberty Hill | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LARKSPUR EL Leander | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY - SANTA RITA RANCH Liberty Hill | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FORTIS ACADEMY Liberty Hill | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
| STACY KAYE DANIELSON MIDDLE Leander | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SANTA RITA MIDDLE Liberty Hill | 3.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GLENN H S Leander | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH EL Leander | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LIBERTY HILL H S Liberty Hill | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| JIM PLAIN EL Leander | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| RANCHO SIENNA EL Georgetown | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| BAGDAD EL Leander | 5.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S Leander | 5.6 mi | — |
| TARVIN EL Leander | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LEANDER EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY Leander | 6.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRISTINE CAMACHO EL Leander | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,086
Median Home Value
$486,800
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
24,146
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bill Burden EL has a median household income of $128,086. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,800, with a median rent of $1,475/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
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| AMELIA EL Beaumont, TX | 5.4 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford, TX | 5.4 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland, TX | 5.4 |
| CACTUS TRAILS El Paso, TX | 5.4 |
| CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi, TX | 5.4 |
| CONDIT EL Bellaire, TX | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bill Burden EL
What grades does Bill Burden EL serve?
Bill Burden EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bill Burden EL?
Bill Burden EL has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Burden EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bill Burden EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bill Burden EL rank in TX?
Bill Burden EL is ranked #5996 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Bill Burden EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bill Burden EL has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bill Burden EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bill Burden EL has 44.0% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bill Burden EL a charter school?
No, Bill Burden EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bill Burden EL a Title I school?
No, Bill Burden EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bill Burden EL?
24.1% of students at Bill Burden 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (798/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Liberty Hill). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 792
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Williamson County
- Phone
- (512) 260-4400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY HILL ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,829
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,310
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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