What grades does DAWSON EL serve?

DAWSON EL is a Primary school serving students in AUSTIN, TX. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is DAWSON EL located?

DAWSON EL is located at AUSTIN, TX in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at DAWSON EL?

DAWSON EL has a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1.

What schools are in AUSTIN, TX?

AUSTIN, TX is served by the local school district. DAWSON EL is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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DAWSON EL — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|AUSTIN, Texas|AUSTIN ISD

AUSTIN, TX 78704

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

September Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall Break-No school for students/staffBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Professional Development Day- No school for studentsStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

October Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Dec

Tue

Nov/Dec Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

Jan

Mon

January Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

224

Student:Teacher

9.7:1

Locale

Urban

District

AUSTIN ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

79.5%

Phone

(512)414-2070

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

10-14%

Chronic Absenteeism

11.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

17 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.8:1

Better than average in TX

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

293

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

28.88

100% fully certified

Counselors

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,950

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,050

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,122

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 7%Local 76%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$424,642

-5.9% 1yr+11.6% 5yr

Austin, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.2%

Unemployment rate

12.4%

Uninsured residents

9.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

13,298

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

12,787

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

6,309 (49%)

Autism

1,800 (14%)

Other Health Impairment

1,411 (11%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,308 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

910 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

732 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

196

Current enrollment

Declining(-46% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

September Board Meeting

Event

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break-No school for students/staff

Break

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Professional Development Day- No school for students

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in AUSTIN ISD. DAWSON EL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday-No school for students/staffDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	September Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break-No school for students/staffDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Professional Development Day- No school for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	October Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Nov/Dec Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	January Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 22, 2027	February Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	March Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	2027 Green and Gold GalaDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	April Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	2027 Staff Service AwardsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	May Board MeetingDistrict-wide	Event	—