Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Welch Bush 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 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura Welch Bush Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Welch Bush 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
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading with our hearts and minds.
School Rankings
Laura Welch Bush 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 Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#174 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Laura Welch Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steiner Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
503 students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offer ?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School part of?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School located?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is located in the Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association.
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