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#347 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 39% of private schools
Capitol School of Austin
Elementary School
2011 W KOENIG LN, Austin, TX 78756
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#347 of 883
In Austin
#26 of 57
public schools
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Capitol School of Austin
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About Capitol School of Austin
Capitol School of Austin is a private elementary school in Austin, TX. Capitol School of Austin serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Capitol School of Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Capitol School of Austin is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Capitol School of Austin sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Capitol School of Austin is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Capitol School of Austin compares to 168 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capitol School of Austin (this school) | 6.7 |
| BRENTWOOD EL | 8.8 |
| GULLETT EL | 9.0 |
| REILLY EL | 8.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL | 8.7 |
| ROSEDALE | 6.7 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 3.0 |
| WOOTEN EL | 4.2 |
| BROWN EL | 2.7 |
| RIDGETOP EL | 9.0 |
| DOSS EL | 9.1 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL | 8.9 |
| HELPING HAND | — |
| PILLOW EL | 3.4 |
| CASIS EL | 8.9 |
| PICKLE EL | 4.1 |
| WOOLDRIDGE EL | 2.6 |
| CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| LEE EL | 8.6 |
| PADRON EL | 2.3 |
| HILL EL | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 168 schools. View all schools in Austin
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2011 W KOENIG LN, Austin, TX 78756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capitol School of Austin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GULLETT EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRENTWOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI HOUSE, INC Austin | 0.1 mi | — |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Austin | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| MCCALLUM H S Austin | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GULLETT EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSEDALE Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Austin | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| REILLY EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PARAGON PREPARATORY INC Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY AUSTIN Austin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ACE ACADEMY Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENLEAF NCC Austin | 1.7 mi | — |
| WOOTEN EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MURCHISON MIDDLE Austin | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| AUSTIN JEWISH ACADEMY Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| GRIFFIN SCHOOL Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,149
Median Home Value
$788,600
Median Rent
$1,383/mo
Population
9,844
College Educated
71.3%
Homeownership
44.9%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36.1
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| ARMAND BAYOU MONTESSORI Houston, TX | 6.7 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO, INC San Antonio, TX | 6.7 |
| NORTHSIDE BAPTIST SCHOOL Victoria, TX | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Uvalde, TX | 6.7 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg, TX | 6.7 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL WACO Waco, TX | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Capitol School of Austin
What grades does Capitol School of Austin serve?
Capitol School of Austin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Capitol School of Austin?
Capitol School of Austin has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Capitol School of Austin?
The student-teacher ratio at Capitol School of Austin is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Capitol School of Austin rank in TX?
Capitol School of Austin ranks #347 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Capitol School of Austin's MySchoolScout rating?
Capitol School of Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Capitol School of Austin a private school?
Yes, Capitol School of Austin is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Capitol School of Austin a religious school?
No, Capitol School of Austin is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 467-7006
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