Needs Improvement
#8195 of 8,552 schools in TX
Decker EL
Elementary School · MANOR ISD
8500 DECKER LN, Austin, TX 78724
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,195 of 8,552
In Austin
#210 of 241
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
MANOR ISD
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Decker EL
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About Decker EL
Decker EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of MANOR ISD. Decker EL serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Decker EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,195 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Decker EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Decker EL — Students at Decker EL score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.4/10.
How Decker EL Compares
See how Decker EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8500 DECKER LN, Austin, TX 78724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Decker EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK MEADOWS EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DECKER MIDDLE Manor | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| OVERTON EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| GARCIA YMLA Austin | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| JORDAN EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| OAK MEADOWS EL Manor | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| BLUEBONNET TRAIL EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP AUSTIN ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS Austin | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| KIPP ALEGRIA PRI Austin | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| WINN MONTESSORI Austin | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE Manor | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH Manor | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY Austin | 3.4 mi | 2.8 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT MLK Austin | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| PIONEER CROSSING EL Austin | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos | 3.4 mi | 2.2 |
| JOSEPH GILBERT EL Austin | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,906
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,454/mo
Population
29,326
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
32.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Decker EL
What grades does Decker EL serve?
Decker EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Decker EL?
Decker EL has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Decker EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Decker EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Decker EL rank in TX?
Decker EL ranks #8,195 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Decker EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Decker EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Decker EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Decker EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Decker EL a charter school?
No, Decker EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Decker EL a Title I school?
No, Decker EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Decker EL?
90.8% of students at Decker 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (512) 278-4150
Resources & Links
District
MANOR ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,658
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,727
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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