Very Good
#3160 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
Tobias EL
Elementary School · HAYS CISD
1005 E FM150, Kyle, TX 78640
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,160 of 8,552
In Kyle
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#10 of 26
HAYS CISD
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Tobias EL
Elementary School in Kyle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tobias EL
Tobias EL is a public elementary school in Kyle, TX, part of HAYS CISD. Tobias EL serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tobias EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,160 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Tobias EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tobias EL — Students at Tobias EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
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: 7.1/10.
How Tobias EL Compares
See how Tobias 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
1005 E FM150, Kyle, TX 78640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tobias EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UHLAND EL (rated 7.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Uhland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAURA B NEGLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BLANCO VISTA EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby San Marcos), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kyle, see our Kyle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA KYLE ACADEMY Kyle | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA KYLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Kyle | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LEHMAN H S Kyle | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KYLE EL Kyle | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SUSIE FUENTES EL Kyle | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| LAURA B WALLACE MIDDLE Kyle | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LAURA B NEGLEY EL Kyle | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| D J RED SIMON MIDDLE Kyle | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| CEI PRESCHOOL SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL Kyle | 2.9 mi | — |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SCIENCE HALL EL Kyle | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HEMPHILL EL Kyle | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ARMANDO CHAPA MIDDLE Kyle | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| R C BARTON MIDDLE Buda | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LIVE OAK ACADEMY Buda | 4.2 mi | 2.4 |
| JACK C HAYS H S Buda | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| RALPH PFLUGER EL Buda | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| UHLAND EL Uhland | 4.5 mi | 7.8 |
| VALOR KYLE Kyle | 5.1 mi | — |
| DR T C MCCORMICK JR MIDDLE Kyle | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,533
Median Home Value
$291,100
Median Rent
$1,572/mo
Population
71,460
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tobias EL
What grades does Tobias EL serve?
Tobias EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tobias EL?
Tobias EL has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tobias EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tobias EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tobias EL rank in TX?
Tobias EL ranks #3,160 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tobias EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tobias EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Tobias EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tobias EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tobias EL a charter school?
No, Tobias EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tobias EL a Title I school?
No, Tobias EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tobias EL?
54.5% of students at Tobias 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
- 726
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hays County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (512) 268-8437
Resources & Links
District
HAYS CISD- District Enrollment
- 23,313
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #10 of 26
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