Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galindo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galindo Elementary serves the southeast part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galindo Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galindo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galindo Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#5638 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galindo Elementary School's ranking?
Galindo Elementary School is ranked #5638 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Galindo Elementary School?
418 students attend Galindo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Galindo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galindo Elementary School?
Galindo Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galindo Elementary School offer ?
Galindo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Galindo Elementary School part of?
Galindo Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galindo Elementary School located?
Galindo Elementary School is located in the Galindo neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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