Excellent
#1081 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 13% in state
Cedar Creek EL
Elementary School · EANES ISD
3301 PINNACLE RD, Austin, TX 78746
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Austin
#20 of 238
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#584 of 4,678
In district
#5 of 9
EANES ISD
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Cedar Creek EL
Cedar Creek Elementary serves 517 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Austin's affluent 78746 zip code area. With 46 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned strong recognition across Texas, ranking #484 out of 8,598 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 94th percentile.
This impressive ranking reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence and positions it among the top-performing elementary schools in the state. Cedar Creek Elementary has also received a solid 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. Located at 3301 Pinnacle Road, Cedar Creek Elementary sits in one of Austin's most prosperous neighborhoods, where the median household income reaches $174,367 and home values average over $1.2 million.
The surrounding community is highly educated, with 83% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.9%. This elementary school operates within Austin's large city environment while serving a well-established residential community known for its educational priorities and family-oriented atmosphere.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Creek EL — Students at Cedar Creek EL score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 7.2/10.
How Cedar Creek EL Compares
See how Cedar Creek EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 82% (2019) to 73% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 79% (2019) to 73% (2021).
Location
3301 PINNACLE RD, Austin, TX 78746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EANES EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BARTON HILLS EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MATHEWS EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE Austin | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin | 0.4 mi | — |
| YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills | 0.8 mi | — |
| WESTLAKE H S Austin | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| EANES EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| FOREST TRAIL EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY VIEW EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BARTON HILLS EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin | 2.1 mi | — |
| ZILKER EL Austin | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| O HENRY MIDDLE Austin | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RICHARDS SCH FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS Austin | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| AUSTIN H S Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SUNSET VALLEY EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| JOSLIN EL Austin | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MATHEWS EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,028
Median Home Value
$1,352,500
Median Rent
$2,097/mo
Population
28,268
College Educated
83.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cedar Creek EL has a median household income of $183,028. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,352,500, with a median rent of $2,097/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| A P BEUTEL EL Freeport, TX | 8.0 |
| ALBERT & IOLA LEE DAVIS MALVERN EL Mckinney, TX | 8.0 |
| ALTON EL Brenham, TX | 8.0 |
| ANDERSON-SHIRO EL Anderson, TX | 8.0 |
| ANSON JONES EL Bryan, TX | 8.0 |
| BALDWIN EL Austin, TX | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Creek EL
What grades does Cedar Creek EL serve?
Cedar Creek EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cedar Creek EL?
Cedar Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek EL is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Creek EL rank in TX?
Cedar Creek EL is ranked #1081 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Cedar Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Creek EL has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Creek EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cedar Creek EL has 77.5% math proficiency and 76.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cedar Creek EL a charter school?
No, Cedar Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Cedar Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 47 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 26 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 58 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,724/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 732-9120
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EANES ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,307
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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