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#399 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 5% in state

Brentwood EL

Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD

6703 YATES AV, Austin, TX 78757

Enrollment

686

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#399 of 8,552

In Austin

#25 of 241

public schools

In district

#11 of 118

AUSTIN ISD

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

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

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About Brentwood EL

Brentwood EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Brentwood EL serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Brentwood EL show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Brentwood EL — Students at Brentwood EL score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (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
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
83.5%
2024
Math
67%
ELA
81%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Brentwood EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in TX
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

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

6703 YATES AV, Austin, TX 78757

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brentwood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GULLETT EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is REILLY EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE MAGELLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHWEST MONTESSORI HOUSE, INC Austin 0.6 mi
LAMAR MIDDLE Austin 0.5 mi 8.1
CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 0.6 mi 6.7
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin 0.9 mi 6.9
ROSEDALE Austin 0.9 mi 6.7
MCCALLUM H S Austin 0.9 mi 7.7
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Austin 1.0 mi 6.4
GULLETT EL Austin 1.0 mi 9.0
REILLY EL Austin 1.1 mi 8.2
WOOTEN EL Austin 1.2 mi 4.2
GREENLEAF NCC Austin 1.1 mi
HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin 1.6 mi 5.8
BROWN EL Austin 1.4 mi 2.7
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Austin 1.4 mi 7.6
ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY AUSTIN Austin 1.6 mi 6.4
THE MAGELLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Austin 1.7 mi 7.9
BURNET MIDDLE Austin 1.7 mi 2.8
CEDARS ACADEMY NEXT GENERATION H S AT HIGHLAND Austin 1.6 mi 6.8
WEBB MIDDLE Austin 1.6 mi 2.3
TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Austin 1.8 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,946

Median Home Value

$629,500

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

24,327

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brentwood EL

What grades does Brentwood EL serve?

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

How many students attend Brentwood EL?

Brentwood EL has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood EL?

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

How does Brentwood EL rank in TX?

Brentwood EL ranks #399 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Brentwood EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Brentwood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Brentwood EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood EL has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brentwood EL a charter school?

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

Is Brentwood EL a Title I school?

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

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

16.0% of students at Brentwood 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
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

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

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