Below Average
#6618 of 8,552 schools in TX
Emile EL
Elementary School · BASTROP ISD
601 MLK, Bastrop, TX 78602
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,618 of 8,552
In Bastrop
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
BASTROP ISD
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Emile EL
Elementary School in Bastrop · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emile EL
Emile EL is a public elementary school in Bastrop, TX, part of BASTROP ISD. Emile EL serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Emile EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,618 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Emile EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Emile EL — Students at Emile EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
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: 4.6/10.
How Emile EL Compares
See how Emile 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
601 MLK, Bastrop, TX 78602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emile EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALVARY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MINA EL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bastrop, see our Bastrop schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-BASTROP Lewisville | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MINA EL Bastrop | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BASTROP H S Bastrop | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| CALVARY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bastrop | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| COLORADO RIVER COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bastrop | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GENESIS H S Bastrop | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bastrop | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BASTROP MONTESSORI Bastrop | 1.2 mi | — |
| BASTROP INT Bastrop | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BASTROP MIDDLE Bastrop | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| LOST PINES EL Bastrop | 5.2 mi | 3.0 |
| BASTROP COUNTY JUVENILE BOOT CAMP Bastrop | 6.9 mi | — |
| COMPASS ROSE HARVEST Bastrop | 7.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Bastrop | 7.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CEDAR CREEK H S Cedar Creek | 9.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CEDAR CREEK INT Cedar Creek | 10.2 mi | 1.9 |
| CEDAR CREEK MIDDLE Cedar Creek | 10.2 mi | 2.4 |
| BROWN PRI Smithville | 11.2 mi | 4.4 |
| SMITHVILLE H S Smithville | 11.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SMITHVILLE J H Smithville | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,976
Median Home Value
$310,300
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
35,786
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emile EL
What grades does Emile EL serve?
Emile EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emile EL?
Emile EL has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emile EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Emile EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emile EL rank in TX?
Emile EL ranks #6,618 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Emile EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Emile EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Emile EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emile EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emile EL a charter school?
No, Emile EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emile EL a Title I school?
No, Emile EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emile EL?
61.8% of students at Emile 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
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bastrop County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (512) 772-7620
Resources & Links
District
BASTROP ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,010
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,662
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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