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#3498 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
Forest Trail EL
Elementary School · EANES ISD
1203 LOOP 360 S, Austin, TX 78746
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Austin
#70 of 238
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,737 of 4,678
In district
#8 of 9
EANES ISD
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Forest Trail EL
Forest Trail Elementary serves 546 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Austin's affluent southwest area. With 45 full-time teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 86th percentile statewide at #1233 out of 8598 Texas schools.
Students consistently achieve high proficiency rates, with 82% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and 76% demonstrating proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Forest Trail Elementary benefits from its location in the highly educated 78746 ZIP code, where 83% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $174,367. This community investment in education creates a supportive environment for student success, reflected in the area's low 4.9% poverty rate.
Located at 1203 Loop 360 South, Forest Trail Elementary sits in one of Austin's most desirable suburban neighborhoods, where families value educational excellence and the median home value of over $1.2 million reflects the community's commitment to quality schools and family-centered living.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Trail EL — Students at Forest Trail EL score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
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
↓ 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: 4.7/10.
How Forest Trail EL Compares
See how Forest Trail EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 67% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 89% (2019) to 76% (2021).
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 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARTON HILLS EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 5.7 |
| WESTLAKE H S Austin | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EANES EL Austin | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| 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 | 8.0 |
| HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| 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 | 7.9 |
| O HENRY MIDDLE Austin | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| 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 | 4.0 |
| AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| AUSTIN H S Austin | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 3.2 mi | — |
| ZILKER EL Austin | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Forest Trail EL has a median household income of $183,028. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,352,500, with a median rent of $2,097/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| ACHZIGER EL Mesquite, TX | 6.7 |
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| AMANDA ROCHELL EL Rockwall, TX | 6.7 |
| ARTHUR KRAMER EL Dallas, TX | 6.7 |
| ASHBEL SMITH EL Baytown, TX | 6.7 |
| BELMAR EL Amarillo, TX | 6.7 |
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 is ranked #3498 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Forest Trail EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Trail EL has a composite rating of 6.7 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 Forest Trail EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forest Trail EL has 75.5% math proficiency and 82.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (3,724/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Austin). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (512) 732-9160
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EANES ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,307
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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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