BLACKSHEAR EL

BLACKSHEAR EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 378 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, BLACKSHEAR EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BLACKSHEAR ELementary, located in the historic East Austin neighborhood at 1712 E 11th St, is a long-standing institution within the Austin Independent School District (AISD). Historically known as the Blackshear Fine Arts Academy, the school has a deep-rooted connection to the local community and is recognized for its commitment to integrating arts-based learning into its core academic curriculum. The campus serves a diverse student body and emphasizes the development of the "whole child" by fostering creativity, cultural awareness, and academic rigor in a supportive, neighborhood-focused environment.

In recent years, the school has undergone structural and pedagogical shifts to meet the changing needs of the Austin area. As part of the AISD network, Blackshear focuses on providing equitable access to educational resources, often leveraging its location to build strong partnerships with local community organizations and cultural institutions. The school is characterized by its dedication to preserving its unique identity while preparing students for success in a modern educational landscape, making it a pivotal hub for families residing in the 78702 zip code.

For more information, contact BLACKSHEAR EL at (512) 414-2021 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.