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Casey EL

Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD

9400 TEXAS OAKS DR, Austin, TX 78748

Enrollment

519

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,137 of 8,552

In Austin

#125 of 241

public schools

In district

#55 of 118

AUSTIN ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Casey EL

5.8/10

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

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About Casey EL

Casey EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Casey EL serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Casey EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,137 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Casey EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Casey EL — Students at Casey EL score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.8% (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
84%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
49.7%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Casey EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in TX
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

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

9400 TEXAS OAKS DR, Austin, TX 78748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Casey EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COWAN EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CUNNINGHAM EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin 0.5 mi
PAREDES MIDDLE Austin 0.7 mi 2.0
TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin 1.0 mi 4.9
KOCUREK EL Austin 1.2 mi 5.3
COWAN EL Austin 1.4 mi 7.5
WILLIAMS EL Austin 1.4 mi 6.7
PARKSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin 1.8 mi 6.8
AKINS H S Austin 2.0 mi 4.9
BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin 2.1 mi 3.4
WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin 2.3 mi 4.7
CUNNINGHAM EL Austin 2.3 mi 7.2
WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY Austin 2.3 mi 4.3
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 2.3 mi 7.9
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 2.3 mi 7.1
VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin 2.1 mi 6.3
BOONE EL Austin 2.4 mi 6.0
ODOM EL Austin 2.5 mi 3.7
COVINGTON MIDDLE Austin 2.7 mi 6.2
AUSTIN OAKS Austin 2.7 mi
CROCKETT ECHS Austin 2.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,652

Median Home Value

$434,100

Median Rent

$1,711/mo

Population

54,942

College Educated

56.3%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Casey EL

What grades does Casey EL serve?

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

How many students attend Casey EL?

Casey EL has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Casey EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Casey EL is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Casey EL rank in TX?

Casey EL ranks #5,137 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Casey EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Casey EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Casey EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Casey EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Casey EL a charter school?

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

Is Casey EL a Title I school?

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

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

55.7% of students at Casey 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

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

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