Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Travis Hts Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travis Hts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Travis Hts Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Building Bright Futures'
School Rankings
Travis Hts Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travis Hts Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2874 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Travis Hts Elementary School's ranking?
Travis Hts Elementary School is ranked #2874 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Travis Hts Elementary School often compared to?
Travis Hts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Becker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Travis Hts Elementary School?
460 students attend Travis Hts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Travis Hts Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travis Hts Elementary School?
Travis Hts Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travis Hts Elementary School offer ?
Travis Hts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Travis Hts Elementary School part of?
Travis Hts Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Travis Hts Elementary School located?
Travis Hts Elementary School is located in the Greater South River City neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Greater South River City.
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