Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patsy Sommer Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patsy Sommer 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
Patsy Sommer Elementary School's student population of 874 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patsy Sommer Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patsy Sommer Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#34 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
59%
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Patsy Sommer Elementary School's ranking?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Patsy Sommer Elementary School often compared to?
Patsy Sommer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsa England Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Patsy Sommer Elementary School?
874 students attend Patsy Sommer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Patsy Sommer Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patsy Sommer Elementary School?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patsy Sommer Elementary School offer ?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patsy Sommer Elementary School part of?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Patsy Sommer Elementary School located?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School is located in the Avery Ranch Parkside neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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