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Pathways School at Dsumc
Elementary School
28900 RANCH RD 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Pathways School at Dsumc
Elementary School in Dripping Springs · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pathways School at Dsumc
Pathways School at Dsumc is a private elementary school in Dripping Springs, TX. Pathways School at Dsumc serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Pathways School at Dsumc is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Pathways School at Dsumc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pathways School at Dsumc is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Pathways School at Dsumc compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Dripping Springs, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pathways School at Dsumc (this school) | — |
| DRIPPING SPRINGS EL | 7.5 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS EL | 7.7 |
| SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL | 8.4 |
| ROOSTER SPRINGS EL | 8.2 |
| CYPRESS SPRINGS EL | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private · Methodist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 28900 RANCH RD 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
- Phone
- (512) 858-7541
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in TX aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
28900 RANCH RD 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathways School at Dsumc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL (rated 8.4/10, 5.5 miles away). Another option is ROUGH HOLLOW EL (rated 8.3/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Spicewood). Additionally, ROOSTER SPRINGS EL (rated 8.2/10, 6.3 miles away). For more schools in Dripping Springs, see our Dripping Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DRIPPING SPRINGS EL Dripping Springs | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| DRIPPING SPRINGS H S Dripping Springs | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS EL Dripping Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE Dripping Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PATHFINDER CAMP Driftwood | 4.2 mi | — |
| AESA PREP ACADEMY Austin | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF DRIPPING SPRINGS Dripping Springs | 5.3 mi | — |
| SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL Dripping Springs | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SYCAMORE SPRINGS MIDDLE Dripping Springs | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CYPRESS SPRINGS EL Dripping Springs | 6.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ESCUELA HISPANOAMERICANA DE TEXAS Austin | 6.3 mi | — |
| ROOSTER SPRINGS EL Dripping Springs | 6.3 mi | 8.2 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF DRIPPING SPRINGS Austin | 6.8 mi | — |
| BEE CAVE MIDDLE Austin | 9.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LAKE TRAVIS MIDDLE Spicewood | 9.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood | 9.9 mi | 5.1 |
| LUPINE LANE Austin | 10.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BEE CAVE EL Austin | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ROUGH HOLLOW EL Spicewood | 10.8 mi | 8.3 |
| THE PREP SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 10.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,551
Median Home Value
$624,800
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
20,624
College Educated
61.8%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathways School at Dsumc
What grades does Pathways School at Dsumc serve?
Pathways School at Dsumc serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Pathways School at Dsumc?
Pathways School at Dsumc has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathways School at Dsumc?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathways School at Dsumc is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pathways School at Dsumc a private school?
Yes, Pathways School at Dsumc is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pathways School at Dsumc a religious school?
Pathways School at Dsumc has a Methodist religious affiliation.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hays County
- Phone
- (512) 858-7541
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