Needs Improvement
#8258 of 8,552 schools in TX
Travis EL
Elementary School · SAN MARCOS CISD
P O BOX 1087, San Marcos, TX 78667
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,258 of 8,552
In San Marcos
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
SAN MARCOS CISD
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Travis EL
Elementary School in San Marcos · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Travis EL
Travis EL is a public elementary school in San Marcos, TX, part of SAN MARCOS CISD. Travis EL serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Travis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,258 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Travis EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Travis EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Travis EL — Students at Travis EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 2.0/10.
How Travis EL Compares
See how Travis 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
P O BOX 1087, San Marcos, TX 78667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Travis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLANCO VISTA EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOBIAS EL (rated 7.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Kyle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY San Marcos | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL San Marcos | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| ADVENT RIDGE ACADEMY San Marcos | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CROCKETT EL San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE San Marcos | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| DEZAVALA EL San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| MENDEZ EL San Marcos | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| WONDERLAND SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTHWEST TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL San Marcos | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HERNANDEZ EL San Marcos | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MILLER MIDDLE San Marcos | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| HAYS INSPIRE ACADEMY San Marcos | 4.7 mi | — |
| SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY San Marcos | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PALOMA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Marcos | 4.9 mi | 3.9 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos | 5.3 mi | 3.2 |
| SAN MARCOS H S San Marcos | 5.4 mi | 3.4 |
| TOBIAS EL Kyle | 6.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LAURA B WALLACE MIDDLE Kyle | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREWS EL Austin, TX | 3.1 |
| CARROLL EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| CUMBERLAND ACADEMY LOWER EL Tyler, TX | 3.1 |
| HARRIS R P EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| HART EL El Paso, TX | 3.1 |
| MARINE CREEK LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Travis EL
What grades does Travis EL serve?
Travis EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Travis EL?
Travis EL has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Travis EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Travis EL is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Travis EL rank in TX?
Travis EL ranks #8,258 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Travis EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Travis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Travis EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Travis EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Travis EL a charter school?
No, Travis EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Travis EL a Title I school?
No, Travis EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Travis EL?
87.4% of students at Travis 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hays County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (512) 393-6450
Resources & Links
District
SAN MARCOS CISD- District Enrollment
- 8,311
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,760
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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