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Very Good

#2728 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 32% in state

Cypress EL

Elementary School · LEANDER ISD

2900 EL SALIDO PKWY, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,728 of 8,552

In Cedar Park

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#25 of 47

LEANDER ISD

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Cypress EL

7.3/10

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

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About Cypress EL

Cypress EL is a public elementary school in Cedar Park, TX, part of LEANDER ISD. Cypress EL serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,728 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Cypress EL show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,669
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Cypress EL — Students at Cypress EL score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 80.6% (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
95%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
54.7%
ELA
72.1%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
63%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Cypress EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
68th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

2900 EL SALIDO PKWY, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cypress EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANYON CREEK EL (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEER CREEK EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedar Park, see our Cedar Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CEDAR PARK Austin 0.5 mi 8.2
CEDAR PARK MIDDLE Cedar Park 0.7 mi 7.7
LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park 0.6 mi 5.4
LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park 0.6 mi 5.6
CEDAR PARK H S Cedar Park 0.6 mi 8.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL CEDAR PARK Cedar Park 0.8 mi
PAULINE NAUMANN EL Cedar Park 0.9 mi 7.9
HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park 1.0 mi 5.3
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CEDAR PARK Cedar Park 1.1 mi 8.1
PURPLE SAGE EL Austin 1.1 mi 8.4
JORDAN INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 1.4 mi
ADA MAE FAUBION EL Cedar Park 1.6 mi 5.5
DEER CREEK EL Cedar Park 1.6 mi 8.5
NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin 1.8 mi 8.3
CANYON CREEK EL Austin 2.1 mi 9.3
ANDERSON MILL EL Austin 2.0 mi 4.7
OFFICER LEONARD A REED EL Leander 2.2 mi 7.3
WESTSIDE EL Cedar Park 2.4 mi 7.2
HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin 2.3 mi
SPICEWOOD EL Austin 2.4 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,829

Median Home Value

$461,900

Median Rent

$1,733/mo

Population

89,162

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX 7.3
ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX 7.3
ALAMO EL Baytown, TX 7.3
ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg, TX 7.3
ANNE L MAGEE EL Edinburg, TX 7.3
ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cypress EL

What grades does Cypress EL serve?

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

How many students attend Cypress EL?

Cypress EL has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Cypress EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cypress EL rank in TX?

Cypress EL ranks #2,728 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Cypress EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Cypress EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cypress EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress EL has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cypress EL a charter school?

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

Is Cypress EL a Title I school?

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

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

20.8% of students at Cypress 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

LEANDER ISD
District Enrollment
42,593
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,669
District Rank
#25 of 47

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