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#378 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 4% in state

Great Oaks EL

Elementary School · ROUND ROCK ISD

16455 GREAT OAKS DR, Round Rock, TX 78681

Enrollment

792

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#378 of 8,552

In Round Rock

#3 of 41

public schools

In district

#7 of 55

ROUND ROCK ISD

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Great Oaks EL

8.9/10

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

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About Great Oaks EL

Great Oaks EL is a public elementary school in Round Rock, TX, part of ROUND ROCK ISD. Great Oaks EL serves approximately 792 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Great Oaks EL show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+37.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.7 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,955
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Great Oaks EL — Students at Great Oaks EL score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 82.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 85.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
69.5%
ELA
80.3%
2024
Math
81%
ELA
87%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Great Oaks EL Compares

See how Great Oaks EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

16455 GREAT OAKS DR, Round Rock, TX 78681

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Oaks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CACTUS RANCH EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PATSY SOMMER EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FERN BLUFF EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Round Rock, see our Round Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CEDAR VALLEY MIDDLE Austin 0.4 mi 8.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROUND ROCK Round Rock 0.7 mi
PEARSON RANCH MIDDLE Round Rock 0.7 mi 8.9
ELSA ENGLAND EL Austin 0.7 mi 8.6
PATSY SOMMER EL Austin 1.0 mi 9.0
BRUSHY CREEK EL Round Rock 1.1 mi 7.3
ST DOMINIC SAVIO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Austin 1.3 mi 6.3
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin 1.4 mi 5.8
FERN BLUFF EL Round Rock 1.8 mi 8.7
CHISHOLM TRAIL MIDDLE Round Rock 2.2 mi 7.8
JAMES GARLAND WALSH MIDDLE Round Rock 2.7 mi 9.0
ROUND ROCK H S Round Rock 2.5 mi 8.1
DEEP WOOD EL Round Rock 2.5 mi 8.3
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT BRUSHY CREEK Cedar Park 2.6 mi 7.9
RRISDPK3P Round Rock 2.7 mi 4.4
MCNEIL H S Austin 3.2 mi 6.7
BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock 2.8 mi 3.8
CACTUS RANCH EL Round Rock 3.3 mi 9.2
ROUND ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Round Rock 2.9 mi 6.0
ABACUS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,215

Median Home Value

$460,000

Median Rent

$1,848/mo

Population

58,531

College Educated

56.5%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

39

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ARAPAHO CLASSICAL MAGNET Richardson, TX 8.9
BALDWIN EL Austin, TX 8.9
BARKSDALE EL Plano, TX 8.9
BARTON CREEK EL Austin, TX 8.9
BOGGESS EL Murphy, TX 8.9
BOWIE EL Dallas, TX 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Oaks EL

What grades does Great Oaks EL serve?

Great Oaks EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Great Oaks EL?

Great Oaks EL has an enrollment of approximately 792 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Oaks EL rank in TX?

Great Oaks EL ranks #378 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Great Oaks EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Great Oaks EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Oaks EL has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Great Oaks EL a charter school?

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

Is Great Oaks EL a Title I school?

No, Great Oaks EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Oaks EL?

10.4% of students at Great Oaks 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
792
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Williamson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

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

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