Needs Improvement
#8444 of 8,547 schools in TX
Decker EL
Elementary School · MANOR ISD
8500 DECKER LN, Austin, TX 78724
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Austin
#232 of 238
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#4,583 of 4,678
In district
#14 of 15
MANOR ISD
About Decker EL
DECKER EL is an elementary school located in a large suburban area of Austin, Texas. Serving kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 534 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers. While DECKER EL currently ranks lower on academic performance metrics, with a MySchoolScout Rating of 2.0 out of 10 and a state ranking of #8477 among Texas schools (1st percentile), the school focuses on student development and growth.
Students show proficiency rates of 20% in ELA/Reading and 25% in Math, indicating areas where there is room for improvement. DECKER EL is situated in an area that offers a suburban setting with plenty of nearby amenities and community resources to support its students' educational journey.
Score Breakdown
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Decker EL — Students at Decker EL score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 2.3/10.
How Decker EL Compares
See how Decker EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 43% (2019) to 7.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 12% (2021).
Location
8500 DECKER LN, Austin, TX 78724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Decker EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby San Marcos), which scores notably higher. Another option is WINN MONTESSORI (rated 5.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSEPH GILBERT EL (rated 5.8/10, 3.9 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 | 5.3 |
| OVERTON EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| GARCIA YMLA Austin | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| JORDAN EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| OAK MEADOWS EL Manor | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BLUEBONNET TRAIL EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP AUSTIN ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS Austin | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| KIPP ALEGRIA PRI Austin | 2.9 mi | 2.0 |
| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| WINN MONTESSORI Austin | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE Manor | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH Manor | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY Austin | 3.4 mi | 2.7 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT MLK Austin | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PIONEER CROSSING EL Austin | 3.8 mi | 4.2 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSEPH GILBERT EL Austin | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Decker EL has a median household income of $76,906. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,400, with a median rent of $1,454/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| ARMANDO CERNA EL Eagle Pass, TX | 2.9 |
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| BROWN EL Irving, TX | 2.9 |
| COPPELL TAMIL LEARNING CENTER Coppell, TX | 2.9 |
| CROMACK EL Brownsville, TX | 2.9 |
| DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma, TX | 2.9 |
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 is ranked #8444 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Decker EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Decker EL has a composite rating of 2.9 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 Decker EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Decker EL has 25.3% math proficiency and 19.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (3,724/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Austin). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (512) 278-4150
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MANOR ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,658
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,727
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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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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