Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Menchaca Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menchaca Elementary serves the southern part of the Manchaca, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menchaca Elementary School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menchaca Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menchaca Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3858 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
24%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menchaca Elementary School's ranking?
Menchaca Elementary School is ranked #3858 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Menchaca Elementary School often compared to?
Menchaca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baranoff Elementary School, Kocurek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Menchaca Elementary School?
699 students attend Menchaca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Menchaca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menchaca Elementary School?
Menchaca Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Menchaca Elementary School offer ?
Menchaca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Menchaca Elementary School part of?
Menchaca Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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