Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mathews 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mathews Elementary serves the eastern part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathews 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
Mathews Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Mathews 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 Mathews Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#435 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
44%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathews Elementary School's ranking?
Mathews Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mathews Elementary School often compared to?
Mathews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mathews Elementary School?
366 students attend Mathews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mathews Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mathews Elementary School?
Mathews Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mathews Elementary School offer ?
Mathews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mathews Elementary School part of?
Mathews Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mathews Elementary School located?
Mathews Elementary School is located in the Clarksville neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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