Overview

Dawson Elementary is a diverse, inclusive neighborhood school located in the heart of South Austin. Dawson is committed to inspirational excellence and high achievement, offering a one-way Dual Language program. Our community of families and the school?s highly educated faculty support each child?s development and success. Dawson is part of the Travis Early College High School family of schools, which offers students the opportunity to earn college credit and graduate with an associate degree.


La Primaria Dawson es una escuela del vecindario diversa e inclusiva ubicada en el corazón del sur de Austin. Dawson está comprometida con la excelencia inspiradora y el alto rendimiento, ofreciendo programas de Lenguaje Dual. Nuestra comunidad de familias y los maestros altamente educados de la escuela apoyan el desarrollo y el éxito de cada niño. Dawson forma parte de la familia de escuelas de la Escuela Preparatoria de Universidad Temprana Travis, que ofrece a los estudiantes la oportunidad de obtener crédito universitario y graduarse con un título técnico superior.

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Points of Pride

Signature Programs

Student & Family Supports

After-school Programming—Free
After-school Programming—Tuition-based
Breakfast in the Classroom
Child Care During the Day
Communities in Schools
Free Breakfast and Lunch for All Students

Performance | Demographics

2024 STAAR Percent at Approaches Grade Level or above

47%33%22%38%0102030405060708090100ReadingMathematicsScienceAll Subjects

2023 Accountability

Accountability Rating: F

Student Achievement: F

School Progress: F

Closing the Gaps: F

Source: Texas Education Agency

2023-24 Student Demographics

(Source: TAPR)

African American9.4%Hispanic71.9%White14.3%American Indian0%Asian2.2%Pacific Islander0%Two or More Races2.2%Economically DisadvantagedEnglish Language LearnersSpecial EducationAt Risk79.5%26.3%28.6%48.2%Enrollment: 224(As of 4/24/2025)