WELLS BRANCH EL
WELLS BRANCH EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ROUND ROCK ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 479 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 42 teachers, WELLS BRANCH EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.
WELLS BRANCH ELementary, located in the northern region of Austin and part of the Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD), serves a diverse community of students in the surrounding neighborhoods. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic growth and the development of the "whole child." By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty at Wells Branch emphasizes core competencies while providing various extracurricular opportunities that help students explore their interests and build social-emotional skills.
Beyond the classroom, the school benefits from a highly engaged parent-teacher organization and a strong commitment to community collaboration. The campus culture is defined by its dedication to creating a safe, nurturing space where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners. Through its official website, families can access resources regarding school events, academic programs, and district updates, reflecting the school’s commitment to transparent communication and strong home-to-school partnerships.
For more information, contact WELLS BRANCH EL at (512) 428-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78728-6729
(512) 428-3400
WELLS BRANCH EL is a public Title I school in AUSTIN, TX with about 479 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- ROUND ROCK ISD
- Total Students:
- 479
- Teachers:
- 42
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 479 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 49.3%
- White
- 21.3%
- Black or African American
- 19.0%
- Asian
- 6.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.