Needs Improvement
#7817 of 8,552 schools in TX
Blackshear EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
1712 E 11TH ST, Austin, TX 78702
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,817 of 8,552
In Austin
#193 of 241
public schools
In district
#88 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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Blackshear EL
Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blackshear EL
Blackshear EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Blackshear EL serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackshear EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,817 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Blackshear EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Blackshear 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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Blackshear EL — Students at Blackshear EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
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: 2.4/10.
How Blackshear EL Compares
See how Blackshear 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
1712 E 11TH ST, Austin, TX 78702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackshear EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEE EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAPLEWOOD EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEALING MIDDLE Austin | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL Austin | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ZAVALA EL Austin | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S Austin | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| AUSTIN ISD PREK PARTNERSHIP (PKP) Austin | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - AUSTIN Austin | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| SANCHEZ EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Austin | 1.1 mi | 2.3 |
| CAMPBELL EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST MARY Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| OAK SPRINGS EL Austin | 1.1 mi | 2.2 |
| GOVALLE EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| THE AUSTIN SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LEE EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MAPLEWOOD EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,304
Median Home Value
$644,200
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
26,495
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
41.1%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHEATHAM EL Clarksville, TX | 3.7 |
| CLUB HILL EL Garland, TX | 3.7 |
| FANNIN EL San Angelo, TX | 3.7 |
| L B JOHNSON EL San Antonio, TX | 3.7 |
| MURIEL FORBES EL San Antonio, TX | 3.7 |
| ODOM EL Austin, TX | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackshear EL
What grades does Blackshear EL serve?
Blackshear EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Blackshear EL?
Blackshear EL has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackshear EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackshear EL is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blackshear EL rank in TX?
Blackshear EL ranks #7,817 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Blackshear EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackshear EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Blackshear EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackshear EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Blackshear EL a charter school?
No, Blackshear EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blackshear EL a Title I school?
No, Blackshear EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackshear EL?
54.9% of students at Blackshear 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (512) 414-2021
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #88 of 118
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