Very Good
#2548 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Serene Hills EL
Elementary School · LAKE TRAVIS ISD
3301 SERENE HILLS DR, Austin, TX 78738
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,548 of 8,552
In Austin
#73 of 241
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
LAKE TRAVIS ISD
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Serene Hills EL
Serene Hills EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of LAKE TRAVIS ISD. Serene Hills EL serves approximately 758 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Serene Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,548 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Serene Hills EL show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Serene Hills EL — Students at Serene Hills EL score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.8%
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: 7.9/10.
How Serene Hills EL Compares
See how Serene Hills 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
3301 SERENE HILLS DR, Austin, TX 78738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Serene Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAURA WELCH BUSH EL (rated 9.3/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER RIDGE EL (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEXAS (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKEWAY EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ROUGH HOLLOW EL Spicewood | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| LUPINE LANE Austin | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKE TRAVIS H S Austin | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE TRAVIS MIDDLE Spicewood | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BEE CAVE MIDDLE Austin | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ACTON IMPRIMIS LAKE TRAVIS Spicewood | 2.9 mi | — |
| THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Austin | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BEE CAVE EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| THE PREP SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKE TRAVIS EL Austin | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 4.6 mi | — |
| HUDSON BEND MIDDLE Austin | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| RIVER RIDGE EL Austin | 4.8 mi | 9.0 |
| LAKE POINTE EL Austin | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| WEST CYPRESS HILLS EL Spicewood | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin | 5.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LAGO VISTA H S Lago Vista | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE Austin | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Austin | 5.9 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,911
Median Home Value
$754,600
Median Rent
$1,915/mo
Population
28,790
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Serene Hills EL
What grades does Serene Hills EL serve?
Serene Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Serene Hills EL?
Serene Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 758 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Serene Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Serene Hills EL is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Serene Hills EL rank in TX?
Serene Hills EL ranks #2,548 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Serene Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Serene Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Serene Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Serene Hills EL has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Serene Hills EL a charter school?
No, Serene Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Serene Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Serene Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Serene Hills EL?
7.8% of students at Serene Hills 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
- 758
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (512) 533-7400
Resources & Links
District
LAKE TRAVIS ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,272
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,944
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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