Serving 297 students in grades 6-8, Sadler Means Ywla ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sadler Means Ywla ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sadler Means Ywla's student population of 297 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sadler Means Ywla ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sadler Means Ywla is 0.38, 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
#7575 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sadler Means Ywla's ranking?
Sadler Means Ywla is ranked #7575 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Sadler Means Ywla?
297 students attend Sadler Means Ywla.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sadler Means Ywla students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sadler Means Ywla?
Sadler Means Ywla has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sadler Means Ywla offer ?
Sadler Means Ywla offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sadler Means Ywla part of?
Sadler Means Ywla is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Sadler Means Ywla located?
Sadler Means Ywla is located in the Windsor Park neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Windsor Park.
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