Zavala Elementary School is a leading provider of pre-kindergarten through fifth grade education in East Austin’s Holly neighborhood. It’s also a cultural landmark and is even listed in the National Register of Historic Places. In 1936, the school was named for Lorenzo de Zavala, an instrumental figure in Texas history who helped draft the constitution of the Republic of Texas.
Today, Zavala continues to shape Texas history by preparing the next generation of trailblazers. Well-rounded curriculum with an emphasis on the arts and STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering and math, prepares Zavala students for in-demand careers. They get hands-on experience in Destination Imagination, a global competition which challenges teams to use creativity and ingenuity to solve real world problems.
After-school enrichment programs include Lego Robotics Club, Computer Science Club, and clubs dedicated to art, athletics, cooking and coding. The school’s garden is a nationally-recognized wildlife habitat. Zavala also offers a special program just for learning disabled preschoolers, to ensure they receive the best head start.
The academic foundation students receive at Zavala Elementary School serves as the cornerstone for the innovative college preparatory programs offered at both Martin Middle School and Eastside Early College High School.
Zavala Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
310 Robert T Martinez Junior St,
Austin, TX
Austin Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Jose Mejia
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
C+
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.6%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
233:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%
Hispanic
68.7%
Black
20.5%
White
7.7%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
11/27/2022
I can’t believe they still have kids go through the back door like we in the segregated day smh
5/19/2022
We love attending Zavala Elementary, it is a small school with a community feel where many of the staff and teachers have stayed for years and years, no easy feat to find in Austin ISD. When my children walk down the halls, everyone knows their names, the teachers and staff are open and communicativ...
5/6/2021
Our child has attended Zavala for 5th grade after our elementary was closed. This is a very strange pandemic year, but the teachers, staff, and students have been very welcoming and warm. The teachers clearly care very much about their students and help them reach their goals. We only regret not hav...
2/26/2018
My little boy goes to Zavala. I love it there. His teacher holds high expectations and is highly effective. The school has a family feel to it. It’s a wonderful learning community.
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Average Home Value
$709,171
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
52%
Average Household Income
$106,270
% of College Grads
48.9%
Median Age
39
Average House Size
1,431 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
69.8%
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Parque Zaragoza Neighborhood Park
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Pan American Neighborhood Park
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Zavala 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 295 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Zavala Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $709,171. Discover additional schools in the area, like Garza Independence High School, University of Texas at Austin H.S., Graduation Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Zavala Elementary School.