Needs Improvement
#8352 of 8,552 schools in TX
Jordan EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
6711 JOHNNY MORRIS RD, Austin, TX 78724
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,352 of 8,552
In Austin
#223 of 241
public schools
In district
#106 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Jordan EL
Jordan EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Jordan EL serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jordan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,352 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Jordan EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Jordan 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
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Jordan EL — Students at Jordan EL score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
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: 2.9/10.
How Jordan EL Compares
See how Jordan 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
6711 JOHNNY MORRIS RD, Austin, TX 78724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jordan EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK MEADOWS EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OVERTON EL Austin | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| GARCIA YMLA Austin | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| WINN MONTESSORI Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| OAK MEADOWS EL Manor | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY Austin | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT MLK Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DECKER MIDDLE Manor | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| PECAN SPRINGS EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP AUSTIN ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS Austin | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| KIPP ALEGRIA PRI Austin | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| DECKER EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos | 2.2 mi | 2.2 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE Austin | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| NORMAN-SIMS EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SADLER MEANS YWLA Austin | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY Austin | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,906
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,454/mo
Population
29,326
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BELLAIRE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| BURLESON EL Odessa, TX | 2.8 |
| CABLE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL Crockett, TX | 2.8 |
| CROCKETT EL San Angelo, TX | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jordan EL
What grades does Jordan EL serve?
Jordan EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jordan EL?
Jordan EL has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jordan EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Jordan 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 Jordan EL rank in TX?
Jordan EL ranks #8,352 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jordan EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Jordan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Jordan EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jordan EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jordan EL a charter school?
No, Jordan EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jordan EL a Title I school?
No, Jordan EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jordan EL?
94.4% of students at Jordan 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
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (512) 414-2578
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #106 of 118
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