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Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus
Elementary School · TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL
P O BOX 1643, San Marcos, TX 78667
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,489 of 8,552
In San Marcos
#15 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL
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Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus
Elementary School in San Marcos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is a public elementary school in San Marcos, TX, part of TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL. Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,489 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus — Students at Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 1.1/10.
How Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus Compares
See how Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 1643, San Marcos, TX 78667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUSTIN ACHIEVE NORTHEAST EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLANTON EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE NORTHEAST EL Austin | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE H S Austin | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ANDREWS EL Austin | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| WINN MONTESSORI Austin | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY Austin | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SADLER MEANS YWLA Austin | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| GREATER CALVARY ACADEMY Austin | 1.1 mi | — |
| KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP Austin | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGIATE Austin | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP AUSTIN COMUNIDAD Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NORTHEAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| INTERNATIONAL H S Austin | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| HARRIS EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| PECAN SPRINGS EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| PICKLE EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| BLANTON EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
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| MONTESSORI VILLA-THE WOODLANDS Spring, TX | 2.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Kingwood, TX | 2.8 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Flower Mound, TX | 3.2 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen, TX | 3.4 |
| BAKERS PREP SCHOOL Stafford, TX | 3.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Midland, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus
What grades does Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus serve?
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus?
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus rank in TX?
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus ranks #8,489 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus a charter school?
Yes, Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus a Title I school?
No, Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus?
37.8% of students at Texas Preparatory School - Austin Campus 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.2%
- Phone
- (512) 928-3000
Resources & Links
District
TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 98
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $38,164
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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