Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carpenter Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carpenter Hill Elementary serves the northwest part of Buda, TX, covering an area of approximately 60.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpenter Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carpenter Hill Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carpenter Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpenter Hill Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpenter Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Carpenter Hill Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carpenter Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Carpenter Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buda Elementary School, Elm Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carpenter Hill Elementary School?
550 students attend Carpenter Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Carpenter Hill Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter Hill Elementary School?
Carpenter Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carpenter Hill Elementary School offer ?
Carpenter Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carpenter Hill Elementary School part of?
Carpenter Hill Elementary School is part of Hays CISD School District.
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