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Forest North EL

Elementary School · ROUND ROCK ISD

13414 BROADMEADE AVE, Austin, TX 78729

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,713 of 8,552

In Austin

#135 of 241

public schools

In district

#40 of 55

ROUND ROCK ISD

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Forest North EL

Forest North EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of ROUND ROCK ISD. Forest North EL serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest North EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,713 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Forest North EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Forest North EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,955
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Forest North EL — Students at Forest North EL score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
39.8%
ELA
57.4%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Forest North EL Compares

See how Forest North EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13414 BROADMEADE AVE, Austin, TX 78729

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest North EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELSA ENGLAND EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PURPLE SAGE EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR AUSTIN Austin 0.3 mi 6.6
SHINING STARS MONTESSORI LLC Austin 0.9 mi 8.3
CASA DE NINOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 1.3 mi
JOY PARK MONTESSORI EDUCATION CHILDREN'S HOUSE Austin 1.3 mi
DEERPARK MIDDLE Austin 1.4 mi 5.6
LIVE OAK EL Austin 1.3 mi 5.3
WESTWOOD H S Austin 1.4 mi 8.4
ABACUS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 1.7 mi
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin 1.8 mi 5.8
NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin 1.8 mi 8.3
RUTLEDGE EL Austin 2.0 mi 8.3
POND SPRINGS EL Austin 2.0 mi 7.2
ST DOMINIC SAVIO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Austin 1.9 mi 6.3
ANDERSON MILL EL Austin 1.9 mi 4.7
SPICEWOOD EL Austin 2.2 mi 8.9
HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin 2.3 mi
HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park 2.3 mi 5.3
ELSA ENGLAND EL Austin 2.4 mi 8.6
CHARLOTTE COX EL Cedar Park 2.7 mi 7.3
PURPLE SAGE EL Austin 2.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78729 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,589

Median Home Value

$434,500

Median Rent

$1,613/mo

Population

30,440

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest North EL

What grades does Forest North EL serve?

Forest North EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Forest North EL?

Forest North EL has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest North EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest North EL is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest North EL rank in TX?

Forest North EL ranks #5,713 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Forest North EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest North EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Forest North EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest North EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Forest North EL a charter school?

No, Forest North EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Forest North EL a Title I school?

No, Forest North EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest North EL?

45.5% of students at Forest North 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

District

ROUND ROCK ISD
District Enrollment
46,197
Schools in District
60
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,955
District Rank
#40 of 55

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