Below Average

#843 of 883 private schools in TX

Primrose School of Southwest Austin

Elementary School

4920 DAVIS LN, Austin, TX 78749

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#843 of 883

In Austin

#56 of 57

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About Primrose School of Southwest Austin

Primrose School of Southwest Austin is a private elementary school in Austin, TX. Primrose School of Southwest Austin serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Primrose School of Southwest Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #843 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares2.1 pts below TX schools

4.1

This school 4.1 · Below Average
TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, Primrose School of Southwest Austin 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.

Primrose School of Southwest Austin 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

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How Primrose School of Southwest Austin compares to 155 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

This School

14.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

504

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.1

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 82.4% vs 0%

White 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 5.9% vs 0%

Black 2.9% vs 0%

Primrose School of Southwest Austin Austin Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Primrose School of Southwest Austin (this school)	—	34	17:1	4.1
BOONE EL	1.2 mi	447	13.5:1	6.0
MILLS EL	1.2 mi	744	13.1:1	9.2
KIKER EL	1.7 mi	796	15.9:1	8.3
PATTON EL	1.9 mi	776	14.6:1	7.2
COWAN EL	2.0 mi	546	13.3:1	7.5
OAK HILL EL	2.2 mi	650	14.1:1	5.4
KOCUREK EL	2.4 mi	502	12.6:1	5.3
CLAYTON EL	3.0 mi	675	14.1:1	9.2
CUNNINGHAM EL	3.2 mi	358	11.2:1	7.2
CASEY EL	3.3 mi	519	13:1	5.8
WAYSIDE EDEN PARK ACADEMY	3.3 mi	271	20.8:1	4.3
SUNSET VALLEY EL	3.4 mi	447	15.4:1	7.3
BARANOFF EL	3.7 mi	834	15.2:1	7.6
BEAR CREEK EL	3.9 mi	582	14.2:1	9.2
ODOM EL	4.1 mi	276	10.6:1	3.7
BALDWIN EL	4.1 mi	606	13.8:1	8.9
JOSLIN EL	4.3 mi	291	11.2:1	8.7
WILLIAMS EL	4.4 mi	378	11.5:1	6.7
PLEASANT HILL EL	5.0 mi	381	11.5:1	5.9
VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN	5.1 mi	827	15.9:1	6.3

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.5 / 10

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School Day Length 9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,710

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 31%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 2.0 / 10

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Enrollment 34

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 82.4%

White 5.9%

Asian 5.9%

Black 2.9%

Two or More 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4920 DAVIS LN, Austin, TX 78749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Primrose School of Southwest Austin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILLS EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLAYTON EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIKER EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BOWIE H S Austin	1.3 mi	2,899	7.8
BOONE EL Austin	1.2 mi	447	6.0
MILLS EL Austin	1.2 mi	744	9.2
COVINGTON MIDDLE Austin	1.5 mi	599	6.2
KIKER EL Austin	1.7 mi	796	8.3
PATTON EL Austin	1.9 mi	776	7.2
PARKSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin	2.0 mi	64	6.8
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin	1.8 mi	66	7.9
MARIPOSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin	1.8 mi	51	7.1
COWAN EL Austin	2.0 mi	546	7.5
OAK HILL EL Austin	2.2 mi	650	5.4
AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin	2.2 mi	225	5.4
SMALL MIDDLE Austin	2.1 mi	1,260	7.2
GORZYCKI MIDDLE Austin	2.0 mi	1,329	7.8
KOCUREK EL Austin	2.4 mi	502	5.3
ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin	2.9 mi	412	7.5
BAILEY MIDDLE Austin	3.0 mi	785	5.6
AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI Austin	3.0 mi	1	—
CLAYTON EL Austin	3.0 mi	675	9.2
REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin	3.4 mi	1,043	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,918

Median Home Value

$530,900

Median Rent

$1,843/mo

Population

34,939

College Educated

67.4%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Primrose School of Southwest Austin

What grades does Primrose School of Southwest Austin serve?

Primrose School of Southwest Austin serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Primrose School of Southwest Austin?

Primrose School of Southwest Austin has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Primrose School of Southwest Austin?

The student-teacher ratio at Primrose School of Southwest Austin is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Primrose School of Southwest Austin rank in TX?

Primrose School of Southwest Austin ranks #843 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Primrose School of Southwest Austin's MySchoolScout rating?

Primrose School of Southwest Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Primrose School of Southwest Austin a private school?

Yes, Primrose School of Southwest Austin is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Primrose School of Southwest Austin a religious school?

No, Primrose School of Southwest Austin is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 27 Some Transit
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment: 34
Gender Split: 32% M / 68% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Teachers (FTE): 2
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 9 hours
Days Per Year: 190 days
Setting: Large City
County: Travis County
Phone: (512) 292-7792

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