Very Good
#1872 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 22% in state
Larkspur EL
Elementary School · Leander ISD · Leander, TX
A Leander ISD elementary school where students score 12 points below what's typical for similar communities.
P O BOX 218, Leander, TX 78646
- Math 44% vs TX 44% (2024)
- Reading 60% vs TX 54% (2024)
- 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Larkspur EL score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
2024 STAAR proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. TX average.
Trend
↑ ImprovingProficiency has improved 14 points since 2020, reaching 52% in 2024, across a 5-year record (2020–2024).
Show all 4 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 35% (multi-year average, 2020-2024) · reading/ELA 51% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
22.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Larkspur EL sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Austin map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 10Car-Dependent
- Bike 22Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,062/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Leander), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rita ELEnrollment path unverified | 8.4 | PK–5 | 1.3 mi | 1,027 | Compare → |
| North ELEnrollment path unverified | 6.5 | PK–5 | 1.6 mi | 544 | Compare → |
| Rancho Sienna ELEnrollment path unverified | 8.7 | PK–5 | 2.2 mi | 786 | Compare → |
| Tarvin ELEnrollment path unverified | 8.5 | PK–5 | 2.2 mi | 797 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Leander ISD
- Schools in district
- 52
- Rank in district
- #18 of 47
- District spending per student
- $10,669NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 3.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Larkspur EL is listed in LEANDER ISD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Larkspur EL
Larkspur EL is a public elementary school in Leander, TX, part of Leander ISD, serving approximately 928 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,872 of 8,552 schools in TX. State assessment records show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Larkspur EL
What grades does Larkspur EL serve?
Larkspur EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Larkspur EL?
Larkspur EL has an enrollment of approximately 928 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Larkspur EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Larkspur EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Larkspur EL rank in TX?
Larkspur EL ranks #1,872 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Larkspur EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Larkspur EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Larkspur EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Larkspur EL has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Larkspur EL a charter school?
No, Larkspur EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Larkspur EL a Title I school?
No, Larkspur EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Larkspur EL?
22.1% of students at Larkspur 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 928
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (512) 570-0000
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2020-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Public Schools in Texas 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Austin, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Dallas, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in Fort Worth, TX — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.