Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wayside Real Learning Academy 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayside Real Learning Academy's student population of 609 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Wayside Real Learning Academy 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 Wayside Real Learning Academy 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
#4884 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
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 Wayside Real Learning Academy's ranking?
Wayside Real Learning Academy is ranked #4884 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wayside Real Learning Academy?
609 students attend Wayside Real Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wayside Real Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayside Real Learning Academy?
Wayside Real Learning Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayside Real Learning Academy offer ?
Wayside Real Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wayside Real Learning Academy part of?
Wayside Real Learning Academy is part of Wayside Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Wayside Real Learning Academy located?
Wayside Real Learning Academy is located in the South Brook Center neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in South Brook Center.
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