Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Casey Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casey Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casey Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#4010 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Casey Elementary School's ranking?
Casey Elementary School is ranked #4010 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Casey Elementary School often compared to?
Casey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kocurek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Casey Elementary School?
519 students attend Casey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Casey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casey Elementary School?
Casey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Casey Elementary School offer ?
Casey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Casey Elementary School part of?
Casey Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Casey Elementary School located?
Casey Elementary School is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
School Reviews
5 8/8/2011
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