Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- 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 593 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Austin Parkway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Parkway Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1084 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
39%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 #1084 out of 8,188 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Austin Parkway Elementary School?
593 students attend Austin Parkway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Austin Parkway Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Parkway Elementary School?
Austin Parkway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Parkway Elementary School offer ?
Austin Parkway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Austin Parkway Elementary School part of?
Austin Parkway Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent 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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