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#129 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 2% in state

Cedar Creek EL

Elementary School · EANES ISD

3301 PINNACLE RD, Austin, TX 78746

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#129 of 8,552

In Austin

#9 of 241

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

EANES ISD

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Cedar Creek EL

9.2/10

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

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About Cedar Creek EL

Cedar Creek EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of EANES ISD. Cedar Creek EL serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Creek EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,307
Chronic Absenteeism8.3%

Cedar Creek EL — Students at Cedar Creek EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 88.4% (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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
76.9%
ELA
85.2%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
85%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Cedar Creek EL Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in TX
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

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

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 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FOREST TRAIL EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARTON HILLS EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar 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 9.4
ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin 0.4 mi
YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills 0.8 mi
WESTLAKE H S Austin 0.7 mi 9.1
TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills 0.8 mi 6.2
EANES EL Austin 1.0 mi 9.2
FOREST TRAIL EL Austin 1.2 mi 9.2
VALLEY VIEW EL Austin 1.3 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin 1.4 mi 6.4
BARTON HILLS EL Austin 1.7 mi 9.2
CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin 2.1 mi
ZILKER EL Austin 2.2 mi 8.8
O HENRY MIDDLE Austin 2.2 mi 6.8
RICHARDS SCH FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS Austin 2.4 mi 7.4
AUSTIN H S Austin 2.3 mi 7.1
REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 2.5 mi 5.0
SUNSET VALLEY EL Austin 2.8 mi 7.3
JOSLIN EL Austin 3.0 mi 8.7
MATHEWS EL Austin 2.8 mi 8.2
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

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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 ranks #129 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Cedar Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Cedar Creek EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Creek EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.3%

District

EANES ISD
District Enrollment
7,738
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,307
District Rank
#3 of 9

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