Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Patton Elementary serves the southwest part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Patton Elementary School's student population of 737 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patton 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
#1511 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton Elementary School's ranking?
Patton Elementary School is ranked #1511 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Patton Elementary School often compared to?
Patton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills Elementary School, Oak Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Patton Elementary School?
737 students attend Patton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Patton Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patton Elementary School?
Patton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patton Elementary School offer ?
Patton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patton Elementary School part of?
Patton Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Patton Elementary School located?
Patton Elementary School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
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