Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key's student population of 179 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Ready for college. Ready for life.
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key is 0.12, 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
#7480 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
1%
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
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key's ranking?
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key is ranked #7480 out of 8,096 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key?
179 students attend The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key?
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key offer ?
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key part of?
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key is part of Valere School District.
In what neighborhood is The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key located?
The East Austin College Prep At Southwest Key is located in the Pecan Springs Springdale neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Pecan Springs Springdale.
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