Serving 817 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 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Patsy Sommer Elementary serves the northwest part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- 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 817 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
817 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patsy Sommer Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patsy Sommer Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#36 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
58%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patsy Sommer Elementary School's ranking?
Patsy Sommer Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 8,096 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?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
817 students attend Patsy Sommer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Patsy Sommer Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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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