Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linder 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linder Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Linder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linder Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#7118 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linder Elementary School's ranking?
Linder Elementary School is ranked #7118 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Linder Elementary School often compared to?
Linder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summitt Elementary School, Canyon Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Linder Elementary School?
549 students attend Linder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Linder Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linder Elementary School?
Linder Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linder Elementary School offer ?
Linder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Linder Elementary School part of?
Linder Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Linder Elementary School located?
Linder Elementary School is located in the East Riverside Oltorf neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in East Riverside Oltorf.
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