Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Purple Sage Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Purple Sage Elementary serves the west part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purple Sage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Purple Sage Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
School Rankings
Purple Sage 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 Purple Sage Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1217 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purple Sage Elementary School's ranking?
Purple Sage Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Purple Sage Elementary School often compared to?
Purple Sage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Purple Sage Elementary School?
502 students attend Purple Sage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Purple Sage Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purple Sage Elementary School?
Purple Sage Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Purple Sage Elementary School offer ?
Purple Sage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Purple Sage Elementary School part of?
Purple Sage Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Purple Sage Elementary School located?
Purple Sage Elementary School is located in the Anderson Mill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Anderson Mill.
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