Excellent
#649 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 8% in state
Elm Grove EL
Elementary School · HAYS CISD
801 FM 1626, Buda, TX 78610
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Buda
#1 of 13
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#358 of 4,678
In district
#1 of 26
HAYS CISD
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Elm Grove EL
Elm Grove EL is a public elementary school in Buda, TX, part of the HAYS CISD. The school serves approximately 703 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.4th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 69% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $110,417, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Elm Grove EL — Students at Elm Grove EL score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Elm Grove EL Compares
See how Elm Grove EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 61% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 66% (2019) to 72% (2021).
Location
801 FM 1626, Buda, TX 78610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Grove EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUDA EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CARPENTER HILL EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buda, see our Buda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ERIC DAHLSTROM MIDDLE Buda | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MOE AND GENE JOHNSON H S Buda | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CARPENTER HILL EL Buda | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Buda | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| JACK C HAYS H S Buda | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TOM GREEN EL Buda | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda | 3.7 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LIVE OAK ACADEMY Buda | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SHADY HOLLOW Austin | 4.3 mi | — |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 4.2 mi | 3.9 |
| R C BARTON MIDDLE Buda | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SUNFIELD EL Buda | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 4.5 mi | 3.6 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE Austin | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LAURA B NEGLEY EL Kyle | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Elm Grove EL has a median household income of $110,417. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $379,300, with a median rent of $1,736/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADELFA BOTELLO CALLEJO EL Dallas, TX | 8.3 |
| BARKSDALE EL Plano, TX | 8.3 |
| BOB AND LOLA SANFORD EL Van Alstyne, TX | 8.3 |
| CASTROVILLE EL Castroville, TX | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL EL Angleton, TX | 8.3 |
| COMANCHE EL Comanche, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Grove EL
What grades does Elm Grove EL serve?
Elm Grove EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elm Grove EL?
Elm Grove EL has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Grove EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Grove EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Grove EL rank in TX?
Elm Grove EL is ranked #649 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Elm Grove EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Grove EL has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Elm Grove EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Elm Grove EL has 64.5% math proficiency and 69.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Elm Grove EL a charter school?
No, Elm Grove EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Grove EL a Title I school?
No, Elm Grove EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Grove EL?
16.5% of students at Elm Grove 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 703
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hays County
- Phone
- (512) 268-8440
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HAYS CISD- District Enrollment
- 23,313
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #1 of 26
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
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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