SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL

www.dsisdtx.us

710 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Sycamore Springs Elementary (SSE) is a highly-regarded public school located in Austin, Texas, serving students within the Dripping Springs Independent School District (DSISD). Situated on Sawyer Ranch Road, the school is known for its modern facilities and its focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. As part of a fast-growing district, SSE places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and integrating technology into the classroom to prepare students for future success.

The school community is characterized by active parental involvement and a collaborative culture that encourages both individual achievement and community engagement. By prioritizing small-group instruction and holistic development, Sycamore Springs Elementary seeks to cultivate well-rounded students who are equipped with strong critical thinking skills. For families interested in specific curriculum details, extracurricular opportunities, or current district updates, the school’s official website at [dsisdtx.us](http://www.dsisdtx.us) serves as the primary hub for administrative information and academic resources.

710

Total Students

47.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

3.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL
Demographic	Student Count
White	506
Hispanic	138
Black	9
Asian	23
Two or More	34

White
506 (71.3 %)
Hispanic
138 (19.4 %)
Two or More
34 (4.8 %)
Asian
23 (3.2 %)
Black
9 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD
Phone:	(512)858-3900
Website:	http://www.dsisdtx.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	47.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	17
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 47

Kindergarten 101

Grade 1 128

Grade 2 113

Grade 3 88

Grade 4 125

Grade 5 108

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	47
Kindergarten	101
Grade 1	128
Grade 2	113
Grade 3	88
Grade 4	125
Grade 5	108

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SYCAMORE SPRINGS EL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	337	47.5%
Male	373	52.5%

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th