Excellent
#131 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Forest Trail EL
Elementary School · EANES ISD
1203 LOOP 360 S, Austin, TX 78746
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#131 of 8,552
In Austin
#11 of 241
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
EANES ISD
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Forest Trail EL
Forest Trail EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of EANES ISD. Forest Trail EL serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Trail EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Trail EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Forest Trail EL — Students at Forest Trail EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
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: 9.2/10.
How Forest Trail EL Compares
See how Forest Trail 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
1203 LOOP 360 S, Austin, TX 78746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Trail EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EANES EL (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CEDAR CREEK EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARTON HILLS EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY VIEW EL Austin | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| WESTLAKE H S Austin | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EANES EL Austin | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills | 0.8 mi | — |
| CEDAR CREEK EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin | 1.2 mi | — |
| REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| BARTON HILLS EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| O HENRY MIDDLE Austin | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST STEPHENS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SMALL MIDDLE Austin | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| AUSTIN H S Austin | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 3.2 mi | — |
| ZILKER EL Austin | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,028
Median Home Value
$1,352,500
Median Rent
$2,097/mo
Population
28,268
College Educated
83.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.4
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| ANDREWS EL Plano, TX | 9.2 |
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| BEAR CREEK EL Austin, TX | 9.2 |
| BIRCH EL Longview, TX | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Trail EL
What grades does Forest Trail EL serve?
Forest Trail EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Forest Trail EL?
Forest Trail EL has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Trail EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Trail EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Trail EL rank in TX?
Forest Trail EL ranks #131 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Forest Trail EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Trail EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Trail EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Trail EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Trail EL a charter school?
No, Forest Trail EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Trail EL a Title I school?
No, Forest Trail EL is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (512) 732-9160
Resources & Links
District
EANES ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,307
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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