Serving 930 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Doss Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 43% 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: 930 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: DOSS Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doss 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
Doss Elementary School's student population of 930 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
930 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Today, I commit to my education.
School Rankings
Doss Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doss Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#210 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)8.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
Blue and White
School Mascot
Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doss Elementary School's ranking?
Doss Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Doss Elementary School often compared to?
Doss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valor North Austin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Doss Elementary School?
930 students attend Doss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Doss Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doss Elementary School?
Doss Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Doss Elementary School offer ?
Doss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Doss Elementary School part of?
Doss Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Doss Elementary School located?
Doss Elementary School is located in the Northwest Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest Hills.
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