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#4987 of 8,552 schools in TX
Pleasant Hill EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
6405 CIR S RD, Austin, TX 78745
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,987 of 8,552
In Austin
#121 of 241
public schools
In district
#54 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant Hill EL
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About Pleasant Hill EL
Pleasant Hill EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Pleasant Hill EL serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,987 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Pleasant Hill 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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Pleasant Hill EL — Students at Pleasant Hill EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
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: 4.6/10.
How Pleasant Hill EL Compares
See how Pleasant Hill 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
6405 CIR S RD, Austin, TX 78745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Hill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAMS EL (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYSIDE REAL LEARNING ACADEMY Austin | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WAYSIDE SCI-TECH MIDDLE AND H S Austin | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| ODOM EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| KIPP AUSTIN BEACON PREP Austin | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| KIPP AUSTIN OBRAS Austin | 1.2 mi | 2.1 |
| KIPP AUSTIN BRAVE Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| UPHAUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Austin | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HOUSTON EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| WILLIAMS EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| AUSTIN OAKS Austin | 1.4 mi | — |
| CITY SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ELMO EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| CROCKETT ECHS Austin | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY Austin | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-AUSTIN SOUTH CAMPUS Lewisville | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,529
Median Home Value
$459,100
Median Rent
$1,655/mo
Population
61,122
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
37.7
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| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
| CHINA SPRING PRI China Spring, TX | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Hill EL
What grades does Pleasant Hill EL serve?
Pleasant Hill EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Hill EL?
Pleasant Hill EL has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill EL is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Hill EL rank in TX?
Pleasant Hill EL ranks #4,987 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pleasant Hill EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pleasant Hill EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pleasant Hill EL a charter school?
No, Pleasant Hill EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Hill EL a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Hill EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hill EL?
87.1% of students at Pleasant Hill 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
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (512) 414-4453
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #54 of 118
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