Needs Improvement
#8411 of 8,552 schools in TX
Sanchez EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
73 SAN MARCOS ST, Austin, TX 78702
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,411 of 8,552
In Austin
#228 of 241
public schools
In district
#110 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Sanchez EL
Sanchez EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Sanchez EL serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanchez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,411 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sanchez EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Sanchez 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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Sanchez EL — Students at Sanchez EL score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.6%
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: 1.8/10.
How Sanchez EL Compares
See how Sanchez 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
73 SAN MARCOS ST, Austin, TX 78702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanchez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BECKER EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRAVIS HTS EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTIN MIDDLE Austin | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST MARY Austin | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Austin | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ZAVALA EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| WATERLOO SCHOOL Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL Austin | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KEALING MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| THE AUSTIN SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Austin | 1.3 mi | — |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HEADWATERS SCHOOL Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| TRAVIS HTS EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LIVELY MIDDLE Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN H S Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S Austin | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| AUSTIN ST HOSPITAL Austin | 1.6 mi | — |
| BECKER EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DAEP- EL Austin | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS MARTYR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,304
Median Home Value
$644,200
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
26,495
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
41.1%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.3
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| BELAIRE EL San Angelo, TX | 2.6 |
| CARLOS COON EL San Antonio, TX | 2.6 |
| CHARLTON-POLLARD EL Beaumont, TX | 2.6 |
| DANIEL SINGLETERRY SR Donna, TX | 2.6 |
| H B GONZALEZ EL San Antonio, TX | 2.6 |
| JOHNSON EL Humble, TX | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanchez EL
What grades does Sanchez EL serve?
Sanchez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sanchez EL?
Sanchez EL has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanchez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanchez EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanchez EL rank in TX?
Sanchez EL ranks #8,411 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sanchez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanchez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Sanchez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanchez EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sanchez EL a charter school?
No, Sanchez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanchez EL a Title I school?
No, Sanchez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanchez EL?
84.6% of students at Sanchez 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (512) 414-4423
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #110 of 118
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