Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackshear Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackshear Elementary serves the eastern part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackshear Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are small and mighty!
School Rankings
Blackshear Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackshear Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Yellowjackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackshear Elementary School's ranking?
Blackshear Elementary School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackshear Elementary School often compared to?
Blackshear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blackshear Elementary School?
214 students attend Blackshear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Blackshear Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackshear Elementary School?
Blackshear Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackshear Elementary School offer ?
Blackshear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackshear Elementary School part of?
Blackshear Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackshear Elementary School located?
Blackshear Elementary School is located in the Blackshear Prospect Hill neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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