Blazier Elementary School

8601 Vertex Blvd
Austin, TX 78744
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 1,275 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blazier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 1,275 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 30% in TX
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : Blazier Elementary serves the southern part of Austin, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles, and the furthest point located 4.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Blazier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Blazier Elementary School's student population of 1,275 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Blazier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blazier Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1888 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
58%
44%
57%
51%
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
73%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
11%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
89%
0.45
(22-23)
26.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blazier Elementary School's ranking?
Blazier Elementary School is ranked #1888 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blazier Elementary School often compared to?
Blazier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blazier Elementary School?
1,275 students attend Blazier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Blazier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blazier Elementary School?
Blazier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blazier Elementary School offer ?
Blazier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Blazier Elementary School part of?
Blazier Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 1,275 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : Blazier Elementary serves the southern part of Austin, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles, and the furthest point located 4.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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