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#5104 of 8,552 schools in TX
Wayside Altamira Academy
Elementary School · WAYSIDE SCHOOLS
6405 S IH 35, Austin, TX 78744
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,104 of 8,552
In Austin
#123 of 241
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
WAYSIDE SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Wayside Altamira Academy
Wayside Altamira Academy is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of WAYSIDE SCHOOLS. Wayside Altamira Academy serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayside Altamira Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,104 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wayside Altamira Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wayside Altamira Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Wayside Altamira Academy runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Wayside Altamira Academy 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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Wayside Altamira Academy — Students at Wayside Altamira Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.3/10.
How Wayside Altamira Academy Compares
See how Wayside Altamira Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6405 S IH 35, Austin, TX 78744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayside Altamira Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLAZIER EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BUDA EL (rated 6.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Buda), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS ACADEMY Austin | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WHOLE LIFE LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| AKINS H S Austin | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BLAZIER EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PEREZ EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| VALOR SOUTH AUSTIN Austin | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| PALM EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PAREDES MIDDLE Austin | 3.0 mi | 2.0 |
| WILLIAMS EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin | 3.2 mi | 2.7 |
| CASEY EL Austin | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WAYSIDE REAL LEARNING ACADEMY Austin | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WAYSIDE SCI-TECH MIDDLE AND H S Austin | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLCREST EL Austin | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BEDICHEK MIDDLE Austin | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| MENCHACA EL Manchaca | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PLEASANT HILL EL Austin | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| TNC CAMPUS (TEXAS NEUROREHABILITATION CENTER) Austin | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| BUDA EL Buda | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,474
Median Home Value
$307,000
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
51,069
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayside Altamira Academy
What grades does Wayside Altamira Academy serve?
Wayside Altamira Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wayside Altamira Academy?
Wayside Altamira Academy has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayside Altamira Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayside Altamira Academy is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wayside Altamira Academy rank in TX?
Wayside Altamira Academy ranks #5,104 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wayside Altamira Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayside Altamira Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Wayside Altamira Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayside Altamira Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Wayside Altamira Academy a charter school?
Yes, Wayside Altamira Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wayside Altamira Academy a Title I school?
No, Wayside Altamira Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wayside Altamira Academy?
78.8% of students at Wayside Altamira Academy 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (512) 220-9105
Resources & Links
District
WAYSIDE SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,759
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,682
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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