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Sadler Means Ywla

Middle School · AUSTIN ISD

6401 N HAMPTON DR, Austin, TX 78723

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,768 of 8,552

In Austin

#138 of 241

public schools

In district

#60 of 118

AUSTIN ISD

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

Middle School in Austin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sadler Means Ywla

Sadler Means Ywla is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Sadler Means Ywla serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sadler Means Ywla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,768 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Sadler Means Ywla show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sadler Means Ywla 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950

Sadler Means Ywla — Students at Sadler Means Ywla score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17.5%
ELA
28.5%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
30%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Sadler Means Ywla Compares

See how Sadler Means Ywla performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

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

6401 N HAMPTON DR, Austin, TX 78723

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sadler Means Ywla may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GENERAL MARSHALL MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE (rated 4.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP (rated 3.3/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY Austin 0.1 mi 4.5
ANDREWS EL Austin 0.3 mi 3.1
AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE Austin 0.4 mi 4.3
HARRIS EL Austin 0.6 mi 3.3
GREATER CALVARY ACADEMY Austin 0.7 mi
PECAN SPRINGS EL Austin 0.7 mi 2.8
BLANTON EL Austin 0.7 mi 7.0
AUSTIN ACHIEVE NORTHEAST EL Austin 0.8 mi 7.3
AUSTIN ACHIEVE H S Austin 0.8 mi 6.0
TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos 0.8 mi 2.2
NORTHEAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin 1.0 mi 4.4
INTERNATIONAL H S Austin 1.0 mi 4.1
WINN MONTESSORI Austin 0.9 mi 4.2
ASCENT: AN ACTON ACADEMY Austin 1.3 mi 4.9
GENERAL MARSHALL MIDDLE Austin 1.5 mi 5.5
KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP Austin 1.6 mi 3.3
KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGIATE Austin 1.6 mi 5.9
KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD Austin 1.6 mi 4.4
MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin 1.4 mi 5.7
PICKLE EL Austin 1.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,978

Median Home Value

$513,500

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

36,307

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sadler Means Ywla

What grades does Sadler Means Ywla serve?

Sadler Means Ywla serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Sadler Means Ywla?

Sadler Means Ywla has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sadler Means Ywla?

The student-teacher ratio at Sadler Means Ywla is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sadler Means Ywla rank in TX?

Sadler Means Ywla ranks #5,768 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Sadler Means Ywla's MySchoolScout rating?

Sadler Means Ywla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Sadler Means Ywla?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sadler Means Ywla has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Sadler Means Ywla a charter school?

No, Sadler Means Ywla is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sadler Means Ywla a Title I school?

No, Sadler Means Ywla is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sadler Means Ywla?

69.4% of students at Sadler Means Ywla 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County

District

AUSTIN ISD
District Enrollment
72,830
Schools in District
123
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,950
District Rank
#60 of 118

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