A+
Excellent
97/100

Ortega El

📚 Pre-K – 06 🏫 School
📍 1135 GARLAND AVE, Austin, TX 78721
97
Repit Score
out of 100
256
Students
enrolled
11.8:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$27K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $26,950 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 1135 GARLAND AVE
City Austin
ZIP Code 78721
District 4808940
NCES School ID 480894000342
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 78721

Understanding the community around Ortega El helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $80,573
Per Capita Income $46,418
Poverty Rate 16.4%
Households Earning $100K+ 41.9%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 49.8%
High School or Higher 85.0%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $436,900
Median Rent $1,637
Owner-Occupied 50.2%
Renter-Occupied 49.8%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Ortega El.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 74.6%
Black 15.6%
White 7.4%
Asian 1.6%
Two or More Races 0.8%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 256
Teachers (FTE) 21.7
Student:Teacher Ratio 11.8:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Ortega El?
Ortega El has a Repit School Score of 97 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Ortega El?
Ortega El has 256 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1.
What grades does Ortega El serve?
Ortega El serves grades Pre-K – 06 and is classified as a School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Ortega El receive per student?
Ortega El receives $26,950 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Ortega El in 78721 ▼
Avg Home Value
$418,488
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,870
1-Year Change
-2.1%
% Renters
49.8%

Other Schools in 78721

A+

NORMAN-SIMS EL

Pre-K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 93/100
B

LASA H S

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 76/100
B

IDEA HEALTH PROFESSIONS COLLEGE PREPARATORY

06 – 10 • High School
Repit Score 75/100
B

THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT MLK

07 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 75/100
B

IDEA HEALTH PROFESSIONS ACADEMY

K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 70/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026