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#3734 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 44% in state
Cypress EL
Elementary School · LEANDER ISD
2900 EL SALIDO PKWY, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cedar Park
#4 of 14
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,838 of 4,678
In district
#21 of 47
LEANDER ISD
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Cypress EL
Cypress Elementary serves 547 students in grades PK through 5 in Cedar Park, Texas, with a student-teacher ratio of 14.0:1 and 39 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1878 out of 8598 schools statewide, placing it in the 78th percentile among Texas elementary schools. Academically, Cypress Elementary demonstrates strong performance with an 8.5 out of 10 academic score.
Students show particular strength in reading and language arts, with 64% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 56% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics. This regular public school provides a stable educational foundation for young learners in their formative years. The school draws from an affluent and well-educated community in the 78613 zip code, where the median household income reaches $116,893 and median home values are $416,000.
Over half of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains low at just 5.7%. Cypress Elementary is situated in Cedar Park's large suburban setting in Williamson County, serving families in this thriving community north of Austin.
Score Breakdown
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Cypress EL — Students at Cypress EL score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.8%
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: 6.2/10.
How Cypress EL Compares
See how Cypress EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 50% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 60% (2021).
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 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Another option is OFFICER LEONARD A REED EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Leander), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAULINE NAUMANN EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 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 | 6.5 |
| CEDAR PARK MIDDLE Cedar Park | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| 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 | 6.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| PAULINE NAUMANN EL Cedar Park | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PURPLE SAGE EL Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JORDAN INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| ADA MAE FAUBION EL Cedar Park | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DEER CREEK EL Cedar Park | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| CANYON CREEK EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ANDERSON MILL EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| OFFICER LEONARD A REED EL Leander | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WESTSIDE EL Cedar Park | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin | 2.3 mi | — |
| SPICEWOOD EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cypress EL has a median household income of $120,829. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $461,900, with a median rent of $1,733/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPINE EL Alpine, TX | 6.6 |
| ANDERSON EL Spring, TX | 6.6 |
| BETTE PEROT EL Keller, TX | 6.6 |
| BIG SPRINGS EL Garland, TX | 6.6 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos, TX | 6.6 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Flower Mound, TX | 6.6 |
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 is ranked #3734 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Cypress EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress EL has a composite rating of 6.6 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 Cypress EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cypress EL has 56.0% math proficiency and 64.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,298/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cedar Park). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (512) 570-5400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LEANDER ISD- District Enrollment
- 42,593
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,669
- District Rank
- #21 of 47
Other Schools in This District
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