Very Good
#2464 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 29% in state
Based on limited data
Doral Academy of Texas
Elementary School · DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS
1333 FIRECRACKER, Buda, TX 78610
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,464 of 8,552
In Buda
#6 of 13
public schools
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Doral Academy of Texas
Elementary School in Buda · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Doral Academy of Texas
Doral Academy of Texas is a public elementary school in Buda, TX, part of DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS. Doral Academy of Texas serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Doral Academy of Texas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,464 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Doral Academy of Texas show 51% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Doral Academy of Texas is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Doral Academy of Texas — Students at Doral Academy of Texas score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Doral Academy of Texas Compares
See how Doral Academy of Texas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1333 FIRECRACKER, Buda, TX 78610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doral Academy of Texas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELM GROVE EL (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RALPH PFLUGER EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARANOFF EL (rated 7.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buda, see our Buda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNFIELD EL Buda | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| TOM GREEN EL Buda | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda | 1.3 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| VALOR KYLE Kyle | 3.2 mi | — |
| ELM GROVE EL Buda | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| WAYSIDE ALTAMIRA ACADEMY Austin | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 4.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ERIC DAHLSTROM MIDDLE Buda | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SCIENCE HALL EL Kyle | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| AKINS H S Austin | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CEI PRESCHOOL SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL Kyle | 5.2 mi | — |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SHADY HOLLOW Austin | 5.3 mi | — |
| MOE AND GENE JOHNSON H S Buda | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin | 5.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,417
Median Home Value
$379,300
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
46,685
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| B B OWEN EL The Colony, TX | 7.4 |
| BUCKNER PREPARATORY Dallas, TX | 7.4 |
| BUCKNER TERRACE MONTESSORI Dallas, TX | 7.4 |
| CARL SCHURZ EL New Braunfels, TX | 7.4 |
| CHRISTOVAL EL Christoval, TX | 7.4 |
| CROCKETT EL Bryan, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doral Academy of Texas
What grades does Doral Academy of Texas serve?
Doral Academy of Texas serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Doral Academy of Texas?
Doral Academy of Texas has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doral Academy of Texas?
The student-teacher ratio at Doral Academy of Texas is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doral Academy of Texas rank in TX?
Doral Academy of Texas ranks #2,464 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Doral Academy of Texas's MySchoolScout rating?
Doral Academy of Texas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Doral Academy of Texas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doral Academy of Texas has 51% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Doral Academy of Texas a charter school?
Yes, Doral Academy of Texas is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Doral Academy of Texas a Title I school?
No, Doral Academy of Texas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doral Academy of Texas?
59.0% of students at Doral Academy of Texas 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
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hays County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (512) 436-3881
Resources & Links
District
DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS- District Enrollment
- 346
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,516
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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