Blackshear Elementary School

Blackshear Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
1712 E 11th St,  Austin, TX
Austin Independent School District
4.3
313 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Richard Garner
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
374:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.8%
Male
46.2%
Hispanic
42.7%
White
24%
Black
22.9%
Two or more races
9.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 21 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/22/2025
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Blackshear Elementary. My child has truly blossomed here both academically and socially. The curriculum is thoughtful, challenging, and engaging, with a strong emphasis on learning and growth at every level.What really sets Blackshear apart, though, is t...
4.0 parent
4/8/2025
My girls love Blackshear! We've had a great experience so far with our teachers, and we like the afterschool activities too.
4.0 other
3/4/2024
i went there and it was pretty fun but i will say that it is in a sketchy neighborhood but other than that it is great! :)
1.0 parent
1/24/2019
Terrible school, avoid. This school only cares about testing over anything else.

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Blackshear Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Austin, TX and is served by the Austin Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 313 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Blackshear Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $721,033. Discover additional schools in the area, like Garza Independence High School, University of Texas at Austin H.S., The University of Texas at Austin International High School, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Blackshear Elementary School.

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