Joe Lee Johnson is an important figure in the history of the Round Rock Independent School District.
From 1950 to 1986, Johnson served as a beloved bus driver, teacher and principal and was himself a graduate of Round Rock’s Hopewell School. During his time as a student there, the school was segregated. During the 1960s, when Johnson was Hopewell’s principal, he proudly oversaw the school’s desegregation.
Johnson’s spirit is still alive today at the elementary school that was named for him. When Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy opened in 2016, it chose the “Trailblazer” for its mascot.
STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and math. At Joe Lee, these subjects are part of every class, and learning is not just about hitting the books — it’s also hands-on learning. Students work on projects together and are challenged to come up with creative solutions to real-world problems.
Brains at Joe Lee Johnson never stop buzzing. As a nationally recognized Project Lead the Way school, students tackle activities in computer and biomedical science. Young botanists can join the Garden Club and budding artists hold “Fine Arts Nights” to showcase their work.
By the time fifth graders head off to middle school, they are ready to continue blazing trails forward in the footsteps of their school’s namesake.
Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
2800 Sauls Dr,
Austin, TX
Round Rock Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Gabi Nino
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Niche Grade
B-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
46.1%
GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
307:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Hispanic
34%
White
27.8%
Black
22.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.7%
Two or more races
4.6%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/28/2025
Unfortunately, this school went downhill the last few years. Teachers quit because of terrible administration. The district didn't step in soon enough or appropriately. The staff is overworked and unprepared, and there has been violence. I would not recommend sending your child here.
GreatSchools Reviews
1/28/2025
JLJ was a wonderful school at the start. My son went through all of elementary there, starting kindergarten the second year it was open. Unfortunately, it got so bad we had to pull my daughter out of the school.The staff was overworked and exhausted, the school was completely disregulated, and they...
1/17/2025
I do not recommend this school if you have a student with any type of disability or special needs. My son has had so many problems. I would say the first half of the school year I was called everyday before 10 am to come get him and told on multiple occasions to just keep him home a few days because...
11/23/2024
As a parent with children at the school for several years, I can say with full confidence that you will not find a worse school in the Greater Austin area than JLJ. The previous principal treated his staff so abominably that teachers were constantly quitting, leaving the school in a damaging positio...
10/15/2024
The school is continuing on its downward trajectory under the direction of the principal, Dr. Unger. His archaic approach to education and discipline are failing students and teachers and does nothing to address bullying or the social and emotional needs of students today.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Wells Branch
List Price Range
$312K - $635K
Homes For Sale
48
Average Home Value
$440,512
Median Lot Size
4,356 Sq Ft
% Renters
75%
Household Income
$84,519
% of College Grads
46.4%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
2,083 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
75.4%
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Scofield Farms Park
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- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
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Mills Pond Recreation Area
- Bike Trails
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Willow Bend Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Pool
Frontier Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Willow Trace
- Basketball
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- Playground
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Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Austin, TX and is served by the Round Rock Independent School District in Texas. The school has a total enrollment of 631 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy 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 $440,512. Discover additional schools in the area, like John B Connally High School, Success High School, Pflugerville High School, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy.