Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Austin Parkway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Parkway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Austin Parkway Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Austin Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Parkway Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#974 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
42%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Parkway Elementary School's ranking?
Austin Parkway Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Austin Parkway Elementary School often compared to?
Austin Parkway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Settlers Way Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Parkway Elementary School?
621 students attend Austin Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Austin Parkway Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Parkway Elementary School?
Austin Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Austin Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Austin Parkway Elementary School part of?
Austin Parkway Elementary School is part of Fort Bend ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Austin Parkway Elementary School located?
Austin Parkway Elementary School is located in the Lakeway neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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