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#5878 of 8,547 schools in TX
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Sunfield EL
Elementary School · HAYS CISD
155 VISTA GARDENS DR, Buda, TX 78610
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in BUDA. Learn more
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Buda
#10 of 13
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,908 of 4,678
In district
#16 of 26
HAYS CISD
About Sunfield EL
Sunfield Elementary serves pre-kindergarten through fifth grade students in Buda, a large suburban community in Hays County. The school enrolls 793 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1 and a staff of 49 full-time equivalent teachers. Sunfield holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks at the 45th percentile among Texas schools, placing it at #4712 out of 8598 schools statewide.
This positioning suggests the school is working toward academic growth and development for its student population. As a regular public elementary school, Sunfield is situated in the growing suburban landscape of Buda, offering families a neighborhood school option in an expanding area of central Texas.
Score Breakdown
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUDA EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DORAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS (rated 7.9/10, 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 | 7.9 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| TOM GREEN EL Buda | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| OLYMPIA HILLS Buda | 1.5 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| VALOR KYLE Kyle | 3.2 mi | — |
| WAYSIDE ALTAMIRA ACADEMY Austin | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ELM GROVE EL Buda | 3.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| AKINS H S Austin | 4.8 mi | 4.1 |
| SCIENCE HALL EL Kyle | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ERIC DAHLSTROM MIDDLE Buda | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| 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 | 3.5 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ALTER IMPACT CTR Buda | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunfield EL has a median household income of $110,417. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $379,300, with a median rent of $1,736/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMELIA EL Beaumont, TX | 5.4 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford, TX | 5.4 |
| BILL BURDEN EL Liberty Hill, TX | 5.4 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland, TX | 5.4 |
| CACTUS TRAILS El Paso, TX | 5.4 |
| CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi, TX | 5.4 |
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 is ranked #5878 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Sunfield EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunfield EL has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,768/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buda). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (512) 268-8517
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HAYS CISD- District Enrollment
- 23,313
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #16 of 26
Other Schools in This District
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