Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hart Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hart Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
To empower and promote the success of every child in our diverse community through quality education.
School Rankings
Hart Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hart Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#4014 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
5%
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
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hart Elementary School's ranking?
Hart Elementary School is ranked #4014 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hart Elementary School?
555 students attend Hart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hart Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hart Elementary School?
Hart Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hart Elementary School offer ?
Hart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hart Elementary School part of?
Hart Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hart Elementary School located?
Hart Elementary School is located in the Heritage Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Heritage Hills.
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