Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Welch Bush Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Welch Bush 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
School Overview
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#143 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
53%
25%
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
6%
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 Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Laura Welch Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steiner Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
503 students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offer ?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School part of?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School located?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is located in the Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association.
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