Serving 273 students in grades 3-8, Basis Austin 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 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basis Austin 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
Basis Austin's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Basis Austin ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basis Austin is 0.31, 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
#21 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
83%
5%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
1%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basis Austin's ranking?
Basis Austin is ranked #21 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Basis Austin often compared to?
Basis Austinis often viewed alongside schools like Patsy Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Basis Austin?
273 students attend Basis Austin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Basis Austin students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Basis Austin?
Basis Austin has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Basis Austin offer ?
Basis Austin offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Basis Austin part of?
Basis Austin is part of BASIS Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Basis Austin located?
Basis Austin is located in the North Austin Civic Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in North Austin Civic Association.
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