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Boone EL

Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD

8101 CROFTWOOD RD, Austin, TX 78749

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,822 of 8,552

In Austin

#117 of 241

public schools

In district

#52 of 118

AUSTIN ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Boone EL

6.0/10

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

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About Boone EL

Boone EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Boone EL serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Boone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,822 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Boone EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Boone EL — Students at Boone EL score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 75.2% (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
95%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
63.9%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
62%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Boone EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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

8101 CROFTWOOD RD, Austin, TX 78749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boone EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILLS EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIKER EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
COVINGTON MIDDLE Austin 0.7 mi 6.2
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 0.7 mi 7.9
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 0.7 mi 7.1
COWAN EL Austin 1.1 mi 7.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTHWEST AUSTIN Austin 1.2 mi 4.1
PARKSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin 1.6 mi 6.8
BOWIE H S Austin 1.6 mi 7.8
KOCUREK EL Austin 1.8 mi 5.3
PATTON EL Austin 2.0 mi 7.2
SMALL MIDDLE Austin 2.1 mi 7.2
AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin 1.9 mi
AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 2.4 mi 5.4
CUNNINGHAM EL Austin 2.1 mi 7.2
TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin 2.2 mi 4.9
CASEY EL Austin 2.4 mi 5.8
WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY Austin 2.2 mi 4.3
MILLS EL Austin 2.3 mi 9.2
OAK HILL EL Austin 2.6 mi 5.4
SUNSET VALLEY EL Austin 2.6 mi 7.3
KIKER EL Austin 2.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,918

Median Home Value

$530,900

Median Rent

$1,843/mo

Population

34,939

College Educated

67.4%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boone EL

What grades does Boone EL serve?

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

How many students attend Boone EL?

Boone EL has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boone EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Boone EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boone EL rank in TX?

Boone EL ranks #4,822 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Boone EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Boone EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Boone EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boone EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Boone EL a charter school?

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

Is Boone EL a Title I school?

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

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

39.8% of students at Boone 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

AUSTIN ISD
District Enrollment
72,830
Schools in District
123
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,950
District Rank
#52 of 118

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