Galindo Elementary

Summary:

Galindo Elementary is a public elementary school in Austin, Texas, serving 451 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Austin Independent School District, which is ranked 554 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Galindo Elementary faces significant academic challenges, consistently performing below the district and state averages on STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) tests across all grade levels and subjects. In the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of Galindo students proficient or better in STAAR Reading ranged from 23.33% (3rd grade) to 42.03% (5th grade), compared to the district's 55.65% to 62.05% and the state's 48.85% to 53.96%. Similarly, in STAAR Mathematics, Galindo's proficiency rates ranged from 21.88% (4th grade) to 46.48% (5th grade), while the district and state had higher rates. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Texas elementary schools, with a 1 or 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance.

Galindo Elementary's struggles are particularly pronounced for certain student subgroups, such as African American, Hispanic, English Language Learner, and Gifted and Talented students. For example, in the 2021-2022 school year, Galindo's African American students ranked 2,395 out of 2,421 Texas elementary schools in STAAR Reading, with a 0-star rating. The nearby schools, such as Zilker Elementary, Becker Elementary, and Barton Hills Elementary, generally perform much better than Galindo on academic measures, with higher STAAR proficiency rates and better statewide rankings. These schools also have a more diverse student population and lower percentages of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 3800 S 2nd St
       Austin, TX  78704-7052


(512) 414-1756

District: Austin Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
3740th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,099 Help


Students who attend Galindo Elementary usually attend:

High:    Travis Early College High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.0 Help
Number of students:  449

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
85.5%
White:
6.2%
African American:
3.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  88% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Galindo Elementary ranks worse than 80% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 49th among 77 ranked elementary schools in the Austin Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 25.08. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (85.5%), White (6.2%), African American (3.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 88% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Galindo Elementary is 11, which is the 10th best among 77 elementary schools in the Austin Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Galindo Elementary is $14,099, which is the 15th highest among 77 elementary schools in the Austin Independent School District (Isd).
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Galindo Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Galindo Elementary 3740th of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Galindo Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Austin Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Austin Independent School District (Isd) 554th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Galindo Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 41.74 2411th 3465 30.4%
2005 43.85 2312th 3475 33.5%
2006 43.97 2336th 3476 32.8%
2007 34.74 2892nd 3724 22.3%
2008 38.60 2738th 3768 27.3%
2009 47.41 2377th 3884 38.8%
2010 51.43 2257th 3937 42.7%
2011 63.62 1594th 4095 61.1%
2012 46.27 2504th 4206 40.5%
2013 38.33 2965th 4221 29.8%
2014 37.13 3052nd 4260 28.4%
2015 37.11 3007th 4320 30.4%
2016 31.15 3233rd 4286 24.6%
2017 26.68 3366th 4329 22.2%
2018 33.27 2989th 4359 31.4%
2019 30.57 3298th 4479 26.4%
2021 34.16 2882nd 4578 37.0%
2022 27.38 3519th 4581 23.2%
2023 32.87 3223rd 4647 30.6%
2024 25.08 3740th 4675 20.0%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.22 1691st 3226 47.6%
2019 44.67 1855th 3333 44.3%
2021 43.96 1814th 3446 47.4%
2022 38.70 2287th 3487 34.4%
2023 42.08 2121st 3556 40.4%
2024 24.13 3085th 3638 15.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.83 2105th 3558 40.8%
2019 47.10 1591st 3684 56.8%
2021 34.75 2428th 3799 36.1%
2022 38.08 2410th 3952 39.0%
2023 36.62 2576th 4086 37.0%
2024 37.48 2731st 4261 35.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.59 2531st 4264 40.6%
2019 35.64 3082nd 4309 28.5%
2021 32.84 3192nd 4451 28.3%
2022 31.57 3414th 4477 23.7%
2023 41.93 2734th 4521 39.5%
2024 28.62 3643rd 4560 20.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.68 3270th 4306 24.1%
2019 36.44 2918th 4348 32.9%
2021 45.67 2258th 4499 49.8%
2022 19.34 4041st 4561 11.4%
2023 31.63 3288th 4588 28.3%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.37 2015th 3106 35.1%
2019 46.16 2176th 3184 31.7%
2021 29.94 2336th 3006 22.3%
2022 38.05 2264th 2958 23.5%
2023 17.79 2772nd 2980 7.0%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.37 2352nd 4240 44.5%
2019 49.49 2009th 4295 53.2%
2021 49.05 1904th 4331 56.0%
2022 44.44 2484th 4461 44.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.20 2684th 4319 37.9%
2019 26.10 3528th 4357 19.0%
2021 26.35 3435th 4498 23.6%
2022 38.22 2849th 4563 37.6%
2023 35.76 3026th 4585 34.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.52 1083rd 2483 56.4%
2022 8.62 2395th 2421 1.1%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.11 2778th 4168 33.3%
2019 36.04 2894th 4188 30.9%
2021 41.24 2509th 4329 42.0%
2022 34.65 3112th 4376 28.9%
2023 39.86 2766th 4401 37.2%
2024 25.49 3660th 4431 17.4%
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Rank History for White students at Galindo Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.63 2456th 3127 21.5%
2021 29.14 2390th 3082 22.5%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Reviews:
by a parent
Monday, October 5, 2020

Open Quote Due to Covid we are doing virtual learning. As parents we are stuck with having the teachers come into our homes via Zoom. Some of the staff and teachers can be very snarky when conducting the Zoom meeting. The Counselor at Galindo is one of these. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Galindo Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 219 46 3 400 2 n/a n/a 0 670
1990 219 56 4 463 2 n/a n/a 0 744
1991 207 52 1 494 0 n/a n/a 0 754
1992 241 57 2 459 1 n/a n/a 0 760
1993 217 63 3 513 3 n/a n/a 0 799
1994 191 71 3 485 1 n/a n/a 0 751
1995 176 67 5 510 2 n/a n/a 0 760
1996 176 67 5 510 2 n/a n/a 0 760
1997 160 83 7 542 1 n/a n/a 0 793
1998 133 75 4 540 0 n/a n/a 0 752
1999 118 69 5 572 0 n/a n/a 0 764
2000 106 63 4 551 0 n/a n/a 0 724
2001 89 79 4 586 0 n/a n/a 0 758
2002 69 54 2 587 0 n/a n/a 0 712
2003 69 54 2 587 0 n/a n/a 0 712
2004 59 56 1 644 0 n/a n/a 0 760
2005 51 49 0 659 1 n/a n/a 0 760
2006 64 43 2 688 3 n/a n/a 0 800
2007 46 34 2 650 4 n/a n/a 0 736
2008 48 32 2 659 1 n/a n/a 0 742
2009 46 32 2 636 1 n/a n/a 0 717
2010 48 39 2 630 0 n/a n/a 0 719
2011 39 30 0 631 1 0 3 0 704
2012 30 23 4 605 1 0 6 0 669
2013 35 22 2 626 1 0 3 0 689
2014 37 19 0 579 2 0 5 0 642
2015 35 26 1 521 1 0 7 0 591
2016 29 25 2 520 0 0 9 0 585
2017 42 28 3 510 1 0 6 0 590
2018 41 35 1 503 1 0 5 0 586
2019 23 28 10 505 1 0 4 0 571
2020 27 25 14 479 1 0 2 0 548
2021 29 25 11 426 1 0 0 0 492
2022 26 22 12 460 1 0 1 0 522
2023 24 18 13 393 1 0 2 0 451
2024 28 17 12 384 1 0 7 0 449

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Galindo Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 670 n/a n/a n/a
1990 744 48.0 15.5 n/a
1991 754 47.9 15.7 n/a
1992 760 44.4 17.1 60.9
1993 799 46.0 17.4 74.2
1994 751 48.8 15.4 63.9
1995 760 50.0 15.2 63.8
1996 760 50.0 15.2 63.8
1997 793 48.3 16.4 65.4
1998 752 50.2 15.0 64.6
1999 764 51.5 14.8 78.3
2000 724 50.7 14.3 69.8
2001 758 54.3 14.0 73.4
2002 712 53.2 13.4 85
2003 712 53.2 13.4 85
2004 760 53.9 14.1 88.2
2005 760 57.1 13.3 68.3
2006 800 58.2 13.7 68.1
2007 736 57.0 12.9 91.4
2008 742 55.0 13.5 89.4
2009 717 56.9 12.6 90.8
2010 719 55.8 12.8 91.2
2011 704 55.0 12.7 92.8
2012 669 51.6 12.9 92.4
2013 689 51.1 13.4 93
2014 642 49.3 13.0 91.4
2015 591 46.0 12.8 92
2016 585 41.0 14.2 94.2
2017 590 39.2 15.0 84.7
2018 586 43.2 13.5 90.1
2019 571 44.2 12.9 88.4
2020 548 46.1 11.8 91.8
2021 492 47.1 10.4 91.5
2022 522 43.6 11.9 88.7
2023 451 31.7 14.1 89.1
2024 449 40.7 11.0 88

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Galindo Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 670 n/a n/a n/a
1990 744 48.0 15.5 n/a
1991 754 47.9 15.7 n/a
1992 760 44.4 17.1 60.9
1993 799 46.0 17.4 74.2
1994 751 48.8 15.4 63.9
1995 760 50.0 15.2 63.8
1996 760 50.0 15.2 63.8
1997 793 48.3 16.4 65.4
1998 752 50.2 15.0 64.6
1999 764 51.5 14.8 78.3
2000 724 50.7 14.3 69.8
2001 758 54.3 14.0 73.4
2002 712 53.2 13.4 85
2003 712 53.2 13.4 85
2004 760 53.9 14.1 88.2
2005 760 57.1 13.3 68.3
2006 800 58.2 13.7 68.1
2007 736 57.0 12.9 91.4
2008 742 55.0 13.5 89.4
2009 717 56.9 12.6 90.8
2010 719 55.8 12.8 91.2
2011 704 55.0 12.7 92.8
2012 669 51.6 12.9 92.4
2013 689 51.1 13.4 93
2014 642 49.3 13.0 91.4
2015 591 46.0 12.8 92
2016 585 41.0 14.2 94.2
2017 590 39.2 15.0 84.7
2018 586 43.2 13.5 90.1
2019 571 44.2 12.9 88.4
2020 548 46.1 11.8 91.8
2021 492 47.1 10.4 91.5
2022 522 43.6 11.9 88.7
2023 451 31.7 14.1 89.1
2024 449 40.7 11.0 88

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Galindo Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,529 (13.1%) $10,115 (86.9%) $11,644
2020 $1,455 (12.0%) $10,684 (88.0%) $12,139
2021 $1,048 (7.4%) $13,051 (92.6%) $14,099

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Galindo Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 3298th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 3223rd of 4647 Elementary schools
 4.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Galindo Elementary)4631
 15%
   3rd Grade Reading (Austin Independent School District (Isd))5157
 6%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Galindo Elementary)4733
 14%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Austin Independent School District (Isd))5246
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Galindo Elementary)6141
 20%
   3rd Grade Reading (Austin Independent School District (Isd))3419
 15%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
4th Grade Reading (Galindo Elementary)3444
 10%
   4th Grade Reading (Austin Independent School District (Isd))5058
 8%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Galindo Elementary)2829
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Austin Independent School District (Isd))4951
 2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Galindo Elementary)1629
 13%
   4th Grade Reading (Austin Independent School District (Isd))2222
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
5th Grade Reading (Galindo Elementary)3048
 18%
   5th Grade Reading (Austin Independent School District (Isd))5664
 8%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Galindo Elementary)3648
 12%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Austin Independent School District (Isd))5853
 5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Galindo Elementary)2917
 12%
   5th Grade Science (Austin Independent School District (Isd))4840
 8%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students571451
 21%
African American2818
 35.7%
American Indian11
Asian1013
 30%
Hispanic505393
 22.2%
Pacific Islander00
White2324
 4.3%
Two or More Races42
 50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients88.4%89.1%
 0.7%


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Students who attend Galindo Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Travis Early College High School

Galindo Elementary ranks in the bottom 20.0% of Texas elementary schools.

Students at Galindo Elementary are 86% Hispanic, 6% White, 4% African American, 3% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

In the 2023-24 school year, 449 students attended Galindo Elementary.


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