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#6007 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pioneer Crossing EL
Elementary School · MANOR ISD
11300 SAMSUNG BLVD, Austin, TX 78754
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,007 of 8,552
In Austin
#141 of 241
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
MANOR ISD
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Pioneer Crossing EL
Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pioneer Crossing EL
Pioneer Crossing EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of MANOR ISD. Pioneer Crossing EL serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Crossing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,007 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Crossing EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pioneer Crossing EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Pioneer Crossing 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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Pioneer Crossing EL — Students at Pioneer Crossing EL score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
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: 6.9/10.
How Pioneer Crossing EL Compares
See how Pioneer Crossing 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
11300 SAMSUNG BLVD, Austin, TX 78754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Crossing EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILHELMINA DELCO EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GUERRERO THOMPSON (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA PARMER PARK ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLUEBONNET TRAIL EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA PARMER PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| IDEA PARMER PARK ACADEMY Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GRAHAM EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Austin | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DESSAU MIDDLE Austin | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| WILHELMINA DELCO EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| DESSAU EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 2.4 |
| DOBIE MIDDLE Austin | 2.5 mi | 2.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - AUSTIN Austin | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
| WALNUT CREEK EL Austin | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| IDEA RUNDBERG ACADEMY Austin | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| IDEA RUNDBERG COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos | 3.3 mi | 2.2 |
| GARCIA YMLA Austin | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| GUERRERO THOMPSON Austin | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HART EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,964
Median Home Value
$318,900
Median Rent
$1,704/mo
Population
31,410
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Crossing EL
What grades does Pioneer Crossing EL serve?
Pioneer Crossing EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pioneer Crossing EL?
Pioneer Crossing EL has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Crossing EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Crossing EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer Crossing EL rank in TX?
Pioneer Crossing EL ranks #6,007 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pioneer Crossing EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Crossing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Pioneer Crossing EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Crossing EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pioneer Crossing EL a charter school?
No, Pioneer Crossing EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pioneer Crossing EL a Title I school?
No, Pioneer Crossing EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Crossing EL?
61.6% of students at Pioneer Crossing 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (512) 278-4850
Resources & Links
District
MANOR ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,658
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,727
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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