Overview

Ortega Elementary School is a public school in Austin, TX, offering a Gifted & Talented program, 2 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 82 elementary schools in Austin Independent School District.

School Rating

Ortega Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Texas with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1135 Garland Avenue
Austin, TX 78721
School leader: Ms Jen Stephens
(512) 414-4417
(512) 929-7906
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