Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Perez Elementary School 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Perez Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perez Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#7330 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perez Elementary School's ranking?
Perez Elementary School is ranked #7330 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Perez Elementary School often compared to?
Perez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Perez Elementary School?
448 students attend Perez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Perez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perez Elementary School?
Perez Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perez Elementary School offer ?
Perez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Perez Elementary School part of?
Perez Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Perez Elementary School located?
Perez Elementary School is located in the Chateau At Onion Creek neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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