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Wells Branch El

14650 MERRILTOWN DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78728

Ranked 4678 of 5501 in Texas

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Wells Branch El

14650 MERRILTOWN DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78728

Ranked 4678 of 5501 in Texas

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About Wells Branch El

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 20%
Reading 37%
State average proficiency is 20% in Math and 37% in Reading.
49
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
633
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 12.64%
Asian 1.9%
Hispanic 74.41%
Black 7.58%
Two+ Races 3%
Native Am. 0.47%
White
12.64%
Asian
1.9%
Hispanic
74.41%
Black
7.58%
Two+ Races
3%
Native Am.
0.47%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 633
48.66%
308 Female
51.34%
325 Male

Student Population

633 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

633 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Wells Branch El Contact Information

Address

14650 MERRILTOWN DR, AUSTIN, TX, 78728

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Phone

(512) 428-3400

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TOP 4678 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Wells Branch El

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:35 AM - 2:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In February 2026, Wells Branch Elementary shared a creative campus highlight that stands out right away: students took part in a Black History Month door decorating contest, turning classroom doors into thoughtful displays that celebrated history, teamwork, and student voice. The school’s official news page says students learned about Black history while working together on the project, making it a meaningful blend of learning and creativity that gives readers a lively snapshot of campus culture.

FAQ

Q1. What extra programs does Wells Branch El offer that aren't part of the regular elementary school curriculum?

Ans. Wells Branch El calls itself an Arts Integration Academy and a Dual Language campus. This means that the school's official website talks about both arts-based learning and dual language programming.

Q2. Is there a parent group at Wells Branch El that families can join?

Ans. Yes, Wells Branch El's official website connects families to the WBE PTA, which shows that parents are involved in the school's support system.

Q3. Can families find out about school supplies online at Wells Branch El?

Ans. Yes, Wells Branch El has a "25-26 School Supply List" on its official website for families getting ready for the school year.

Q4. What kinds of art do students at Wells Branch El get to see?

Ans. Wells Branch El says that students learn with and through the arts and that they also take classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts every week.

Q5. Has Wells Branch El told anyone about any recent news on campus?

Ans. Yes, Wells Branch El posted an update in February 2026 about a Black History Month door decorating contest. Students learned about Black history and worked together on projects around the school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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