Skip to main content

Below Average

#6550 of 8,552 schools in TX

Marble Falls EL

Elementary School · MARBLE FALLS ISD

901 AVE U, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Enrollment

555

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,550 of 8,552

In Marble Falls

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

MARBLE FALLS ISD

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Marble Falls EL?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Marble Falls EL

4.9/10

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

Marble Falls Middle

5.7/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Falls Career H S

5.9/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Marble Falls EL

Marble Falls EL is a public elementary school in Marble Falls, TX, part of MARBLE FALLS ISD. Marble Falls EL serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marble Falls EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Marble Falls EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Marble Falls EL — Students at Marble Falls EL score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
50.1%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Marble Falls EL Compares

See how Marble Falls EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in TX
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

901 AVE U, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marble Falls EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.7/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Spicewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLT EL (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marble Falls, see our Marble Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MARBLE FALLS MIDDLE Marble Falls 0.4 mi 5.7
FALLS CAREER H S Marble Falls 1.0 mi 5.9
TIERRA VISTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Marble Falls 1.2 mi
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls 1.9 mi 5.7
MARBLE FALLS H S Marble Falls 2.0 mi 6.6
COLT EL Marble Falls 2.8 mi 5.8
FAITH ACADEMY OF MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls 3.5 mi 5.7
HIGHLAND LAKES EL Granite Shoals 5.4 mi 4.0
PACKSADDLE EL Kingsland 10.6 mi 4.6
SPICEWOOD EL Spicewood 11.1 mi 8.7
KINGSLAND SCHOOL Kingsland 11.0 mi 5.8
QUEST H S Burnet 13.0 mi 6.9
RJ RICHEY EL Burnet 13.4 mi 4.4
BURNET MIDDLE Burnet 13.6 mi 4.9
SHADY GROVE EL Burnet 13.5 mi 5.7
BURNET H S Burnet 13.9 mi 5.9
BERTRAM EL Bertram 17.9 mi 3.2
WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood 20.1 mi 5.1
HOPE SCHOOL Johnson City 21.7 mi
LAGO VISTA MIDDLE Lago Vista 19.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,669

Median Home Value

$315,200

Median Rent

$1,404/mo

Population

19,946

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

43.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALVIN EL Alvin, TX 4.9
ATKINSON EL Houston, TX 4.9
BEACON HILL ACADEMY San Antonio, TX 4.9
CALDWELL EL Garland, TX 4.9
CANTON EL Canton, TX 4.9
CARROLL T WELCH EL El Paso, TX 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marble Falls EL

What grades does Marble Falls EL serve?

Marble Falls EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Marble Falls EL?

Marble Falls EL has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marble Falls EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Marble Falls EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marble Falls EL rank in TX?

Marble Falls EL ranks #6,550 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Marble Falls EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Marble Falls EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Marble Falls EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marble Falls EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Marble Falls EL a charter school?

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

Is Marble Falls EL a Title I school?

No, Marble Falls EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marble Falls EL?

71.2% of students at Marble Falls 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Burnet County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

MARBLE FALLS ISD
District Enrollment
4,048
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,942
District Rank
#6 of 7

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 rate

Related reading

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.