Pillow Elementary School

Pillow Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
3025 Crosscreek Dr,  Austin, TX
Austin Independent School District
4.0
416 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Yvette Cardenas
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
37%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
394:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.4%
Male
46.6%
Hispanic
62.2%
White
15%
Black
13.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.7%
Two or more races
3.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 30 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/30/2025
We’ve had an outstanding experience at Dorinda Pillow Elementary. When we were looking for a school, we prioritized diversity, a small and welcoming community, experienced staff, and a strong dual language Spanish program. After touring a few campuses and speaking with Ms. Perez, we knew Pillow was...
5.0 parent
4/25/2025
I am the parent of a 2nd grader and we've had an exceptional school year. He has made so much progress this year with the help of his teacher, counselor and principal support. Instead of punishing his unique characteristics, they have found ways to provide a supportive learning environment that play...
5.0 parent
4/25/2025
Pillow Elementary has been a great place for our kids. The staff have been very understanding and kind, and the community here is excellent. They regularly have events and the kids love it. It's a very kind a supportive environment, and my son is learning so much. Very thankful we landed here!
5.0 teacher
4/1/2025
I'd like to support the positive reviews that were left recently regarding Pillow and remind people reading these reviews, that people who might have an issue with this school tend to use their anonymity to vent if they had an incident with the school. Don't let a person's negativity keep you from l...

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Pillow 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. The school has a total enrollment of 416 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Pillow Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $504,937. Discover additional schools in the area, like Anderson High School, Navarro Early College High School, Texas School For The Blind, and more. Learn more about what Austin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pillow Elementary School.

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