Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kathy Caraway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathy Caraway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kathy Caraway Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kathy Caraway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kathy Caraway Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#498 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
47%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kathy Caraway Elementary School's ranking?
Kathy Caraway Elementary School is ranked #498 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kathy Caraway Elementary School often compared to?
Kathy Caraway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kathy Caraway Elementary School?
486 students attend Kathy Caraway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kathy Caraway Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kathy Caraway Elementary School?
Kathy Caraway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kathy Caraway Elementary School offer ?
Kathy Caraway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kathy Caraway Elementary School part of?
Kathy Caraway Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kathy Caraway Elementary School located?
Kathy Caraway Elementary School is located in the Oak Forest neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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