Needs Improvement
#8383 of 8,552 schools in TX
Brown EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
7801 GUADALUPE ST, Austin, TX 78752
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,383 of 8,552
In Austin
#225 of 241
public schools
In district
#108 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Brown EL
Brown EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Brown EL serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,383 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Brown EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Brown 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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Brown EL — Students at Brown EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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: 2.1/10.
How Brown EL Compares
See how Brown 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
7801 GUADALUPE ST, Austin, TX 78752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRENTWOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REILLY EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENLEAF NCC Austin | 0.4 mi | — |
| WEBB MIDDLE Austin | 0.8 mi | 2.3 |
| WOOTEN EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Austin | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Austin | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Austin | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DIBOLL Austin | 1.0 mi | — |
| NAVARRO EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| GRADUATION PREP ACADEMY NAVARRO Austin | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| CEDARS ACADEMY NEXT GENERATION H S AT HIGHLAND Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PICKLE EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| REILLY EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| WOOLDRIDGE EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| HART EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SETTLEMENT HOME Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY AUSTIN Austin | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,404
Median Home Value
$361,200
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
22,261
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
21.4%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| AIKIN EL Dallas, TX | 2.7 |
| CANDLEWOOD EL San Antonio, TX | 2.7 |
| JOSE ANTONIO NAVARRO EL Corsicana, TX | 2.7 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin, TX | 2.7 |
| NAVARRO EL Lockhart, TX | 2.7 |
| SAMUEL HOUSTON EL Huntsville, TX | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown EL
What grades does Brown EL serve?
Brown EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brown EL?
Brown EL has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown EL rank in TX?
Brown EL ranks #8,383 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Brown EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Brown EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brown EL a charter school?
No, Brown EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown EL a Title I school?
No, Brown EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown EL?
95.8% of students at Brown 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
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (512) 414-2047
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #108 of 118
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