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#4478 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Sunfield EL
Elementary School · HAYS CISD
155 VISTA GARDENS DR, Buda, TX 78610
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,478 of 8,552
In Buda
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#15 of 26
HAYS CISD
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Sunfield EL
Elementary School in Buda · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunfield EL
Sunfield EL is a public elementary school in Buda, TX, part of HAYS CISD. Sunfield EL serves approximately 793 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunfield EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,478 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sunfield EL show 43% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sunfield EL — Students at Sunfield EL score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Sunfield EL Compares
See how Sunfield EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
155 VISTA GARDENS DR, Buda, TX 78610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunfield EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELM GROVE EL (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RALPH PFLUGER EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buda, see our Buda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Buda | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TOM GREEN EL Buda | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda | 1.5 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| VALOR KYLE Kyle | 3.2 mi | — |
| WAYSIDE ALTAMIRA ACADEMY Austin | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ELM GROVE EL Buda | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| AKINS H S Austin | 4.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SCIENCE HALL EL Kyle | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ERIC DAHLSTROM MIDDLE Buda | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| CEI PRESCHOOL SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL Kyle | 5.3 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SHADY HOLLOW Austin | 5.4 mi | — |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY Austin | 5.6 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,417
Median Home Value
$379,300
Median Rent
$1,736/mo
Population
46,685
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.8
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| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 6.2 |
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| BUSH EL Midland, TX | 6.2 |
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| COAHOMA EL Coahoma, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunfield EL
What grades does Sunfield EL serve?
Sunfield EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunfield EL?
Sunfield EL has an enrollment of approximately 793 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunfield EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunfield EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunfield EL rank in TX?
Sunfield EL ranks #4,478 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sunfield EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunfield EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Sunfield EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunfield EL has 43% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Sunfield EL a charter school?
No, Sunfield EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunfield EL a Title I school?
No, Sunfield EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunfield EL?
33.7% of students at Sunfield 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 793
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hays County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (512) 268-8517
Resources & Links
District
HAYS CISD- District Enrollment
- 23,313
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #15 of 26
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