Oak Hill Elementary School

5 Stars! Caring teachers who want the best for their students.

This school is a 10!!! No regrets sending my kiddo here! I have had to supplement my child's instruction with outside enrichment in writing and math. However, I know many parents with kids in private schools and in Eanes who also seek outside enrichment in these areas. Overall a great experience. Please note that schools that get high ratings on GreatSchools for academics are almost always white, high income schools. Oak Hill does a fantastic job teaching a diverse set of students, better than many of its peer schools with similar demographics. My daughter came from Montessori, is in GT, and gets plenty challenged! The PTA is very active and engaged in getting EVERYONE involved. We also feed into a stellar middle school, which is important. Take a tour. You'll love it! For those of you who feel like it's important to be around other accomplished parents--please note that the former Junior League of Austin president and Leadership Austin director have both sent their kids here! Plenty of opportunities to network with parents with all sorts of cool backgrounds.

I love this school...Having said the above - If you are choosing a school based on the ratings of this site, you are not doing your due diligence. School ratings should be reviewed from the school district site. GreatSchools.org is just the "Yelp" of school ratings. Think of it this way - you can choose the person to do your bathroom remodel from Yelp, but it's probably a good idea to also check out the Better Business Bureau site and your local licensure office. Don't be lazy. Do your homework.

We have been at OHE for 5 years- it is such a unique gem of a school here in Austin. We are one of the very few truly integrated schools in AISD- and my children benefit from being around children and families from different racial, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds. It has taught them empathy, compassion, and a holistic view of the world. The teachers are experienced and know how to differentiate the material to each child. and the nationally-recognized PTA is inclusive, proactive, and creative in providing resources for the entire school community.