Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wayside Eden Park Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayside Eden Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wayside Eden Park Academy's student population of 274 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayside Eden Park Academy 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 Wayside Eden Park Academy is 0.58, 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
#2672 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayside Eden Park Academy's ranking?
Wayside Eden Park Academy is ranked #2672 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wayside Eden Park Academy often compared to?
Wayside Eden Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cunningham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wayside Eden Park Academy?
274 students attend Wayside Eden Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wayside Eden Park Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayside Eden Park Academy?
Wayside Eden Park Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayside Eden Park Academy offer ?
Wayside Eden Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wayside Eden Park Academy part of?
Wayside Eden Park Academy is part of Wayside Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Wayside Eden Park Academy located?
Wayside Eden Park Academy is located in the South Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in South Austin.
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