Very Good
#242 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 27% of private schools
St Theresas Catholic School
Elementary School
4311 SMALL DR, Austin, TX 78731
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#242 of 883
In Austin
#17 of 57
public schools
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St Theresas Catholic School
Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Theresas Catholic School
St Theresas Catholic School is a private elementary school in Austin, TX. St Theresas Catholic School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Theresas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, St Theresas Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Theresas Catholic School 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
BetaHow St Theresas Catholic School compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Austin, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Theresas Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| DOSS EL | 9.1 |
| MURCHISON MIDDLE | 6.6 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL | 8.7 |
| GULLETT EL | 9.0 |
| BRIDGE POINT EL | 9.1 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE | 8.1 |
| ROSEDALE | 6.7 |
| BRENTWOOD EL | 8.8 |
| HILL EL | 8.3 |
| CASIS EL | 8.9 |
| TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 3.0 |
| BRYKER WOODS EL | 8.9 |
| PILLOW EL | 3.4 |
| BURNET MIDDLE | 2.8 |
| WOOTEN EL | 4.2 |
| REILLY EL | 8.2 |
| HELPING HAND | — |
| PADRON EL | 2.3 |
| BROWN EL | 2.7 |
| SETTLEMENT HOME | — |
Showing 20 of 217 schools. View all schools in Austin
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4311 SMALL DR, Austin, TX 78731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Theresas Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOSS EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRIDGE POINT EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GULLETT EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOSS EL Austin | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| PARAGON PREPARATORY INC Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MURCHISON MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| AUSTIN JEWISH ACADEMY Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GULLETT EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| BRIDGE POINT EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.3 mi | — |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Austin | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THE MAGELLAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ANDERSON H S Austin | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CASNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Austin | 2.5 mi | — |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI HOUSE, INC Austin | 2.4 mi | — |
| ROSEDALE Austin | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CASIS EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| HILL EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| RAWSON-SAUNDERS-AUSTIN AREA SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXICS Austin | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BRENTWOOD EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ST STEPHENS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,886
Median Home Value
$839,500
Median Rent
$1,673/mo
Population
27,136
College Educated
78.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
41.7
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| BOSQUEVILLE EL Waco, TX | 7.1 |
| CHRISTENE C MOSS EL Fort Worth, TX | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Theresas Catholic School
What grades does St Theresas Catholic School serve?
St Theresas Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Theresas Catholic School?
St Theresas Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Theresas Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Theresas Catholic School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Theresas Catholic School rank in TX?
St Theresas Catholic School ranks #242 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Theresas Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Theresas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Theresas Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Theresas Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Theresas Catholic School a religious school?
St Theresas Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Phone
- (512) 451-7105
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