Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bear Creek 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 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bear Creek Elementary School's student population of 582 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Bear Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
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 Bear Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Bear Creek Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bear Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Bear Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eanes Elementary School, Zilker Elementary School, Kiker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek Elementary School?
582 students attend Bear Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bear Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Creek Elementary School?
Bear Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Creek Elementary School offer ?
Bear Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bear Creek Elementary School part of?
Bear Creek Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
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