Needs Improvement
#8273 of 8,552 schools in TX
Walnut Creek EL
Elementary School · AUSTIN ISD
401 W BRAKER LN, Austin, TX 78753
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,273 of 8,552
In Austin
#218 of 241
public schools
In district
#103 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
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About Walnut Creek EL
Walnut Creek EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Walnut Creek EL serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,273 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Creek EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Walnut Creek 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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Walnut Creek EL — Students at Walnut Creek EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 2.6/10.
How Walnut Creek EL Compares
See how Walnut Creek 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
401 W BRAKER LN, Austin, TX 78753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS AUSTIN PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NYOS LAMAR EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHOLESOME GENERATION (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCBEE EL Austin | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| BRENTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Austin | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HAWTHORNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 0.9 mi | — |
| GRAHAM EL Austin | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| GUERRERO THOMPSON Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA RUNDBERG ACADEMY Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| IDEA RUNDBERG COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BASIS AUSTIN PRI Austin | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| BASIS AUSTIN Austin | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| COOK EL Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| BARRINGTON EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - AUSTIN Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| NYOS LAMAR SECONDARY Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| NYOS LAMAR EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| COPPERFIELD EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| DOBIE MIDDLE Austin | 1.8 mi | 2.2 |
| RIVER OAKS EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WOOLDRIDGE EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| WHOLESOME GENERATION Austin | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| NAVARRO EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,334
Median Home Value
$344,100
Median Rent
$1,447/mo
Population
58,449
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Creek EL
What grades does Walnut Creek EL serve?
Walnut Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walnut Creek EL?
Walnut Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Creek EL rank in TX?
Walnut Creek EL ranks #8,273 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Walnut Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Walnut Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Creek EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walnut Creek EL a charter school?
No, Walnut Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Walnut Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Creek EL?
88.1% of students at Walnut Creek 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
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (512) 414-4499
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #103 of 118
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