Excellent
#593 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Elm Grove EL
Elementary School · HAYS CISD
801 FM 1626, Buda, TX 78610
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#593 of 8,552
In Buda
#1 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 26
HAYS CISD
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Elm Grove EL
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About Elm Grove EL
Elm Grove EL is a public elementary school in Buda, TX, part of HAYS CISD. Elm Grove EL serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Grove EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Grove EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Elm Grove EL — Students at Elm Grove EL score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
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: 8.8/10.
How Elm Grove EL Compares
See how Elm Grove 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
801 FM 1626, Buda, TX 78610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Grove EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARPENTER HILL EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BARANOFF EL (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RALPH PFLUGER EL (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 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 | 7.7 |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MOE AND GENE JOHNSON H S Buda | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CARPENTER HILL EL Buda | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Buda | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| JACK C HAYS H S Buda | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TOM GREEN EL Buda | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda | 3.7 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| LIVE OAK ACADEMY Buda | 4.2 mi | 2.4 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SHADY HOLLOW Austin | 4.3 mi | — |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| R C BARTON MIDDLE Buda | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SUNFIELD EL Buda | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BARANOFF EL Austin | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE Austin | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LAURA B NEGLEY EL Kyle | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas, TX | 8.6 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston, TX | 8.6 |
| BEL NAFEGAR SANCHEZ EL Alvin, TX | 8.6 |
| BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL Allen, TX | 8.6 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX | 8.6 |
| BLATTMAN EL San Antonio, TX | 8.6 |
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 ranks #593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Elm Grove EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Grove EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elm Grove EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Grove EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (512) 268-8440
Resources & Links
District
HAYS CISD- District Enrollment
- 23,313
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #1 of 26
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