This school has gone above and beyond in education for my children. My son is going through testing for learning disabilities and they have already helped him so much- they show so much compassion and care with everything they do for him. I only wish he had that experience at the school he attended before
... Read more this.Thank you Caraway for doing such a great job! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
There is something about this school that I am not going to find elsewhere. We are potentially moving and one thing that might keep us here is this school. It's small, the principal knows everyone, the parents walk their kids to school every morning. At schools where wealthier kids go which are usually
... Read more called 'the best', there is so much competition and cliquish behavior even in very young grades. This school has the excellent education without that. I have a handicapped child with a facial deformity and was concerned about her well being at a public school. I was sold after one teacher told me of another child with medical problems who was being made fun of on the playground by a new student. The other kids stepped in & said 'we dont do that here.' Diverse, tolerant, small. I highly recommend Caraway. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/09
I love Kathy Caraway Elementary! Why? Because it's obvious that this is a place where the children are the top priority...it's not just about testing, although, of course, that has to be addressed. Also, it's obvious that parents, grandparents, and interested others are welcome. I greatly appreciate
... Read more the enthusiasm exhibited by the administration and staff. Thank you, Kathy Caraway Elementary, for taking such good care of our children and for being so welcoming to us all! Stanna Welch Nana of a recent KC graduate and a future 3rd grader Read less
Posted by a other on 06/17/09
My two children attended this school from kinder through 5th and I could not have been more pleased. Everyone, from the Principal to the teachers to all the staff [including custodians, cafeteria workers, etc] -- all are fabulous and very committed to the kids. Academically, it is challenging but the
... Read more thing that strikes everyone about Caraway is the warm, family-like atmosphere. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/24/08
We have two children currently attending the school. We have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of the education. I think it all filters down from the principal who has impressed us tremendously. She seemingly knows all the names of the children, their parents and all the siblings of students
... Read more not in the school. I cannot tell you how impressive that is for us. The parents are very active. Our kids LOVE going to school more than any other time in their lives. It is a wonderful place to have your kids go to school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/18/08
The school creates a feeling of family. The children are encouraged to be kind and accepting to each other, lessons that stay with them thru High School. The counselor is actively involved with all the children and it's the type of school where the principal knows each child by name. I cried when
... Read more my last child was done with elementary school because I knew this school was a magical place. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/20/07
Our daughter loves this school and so do we as her parents. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great school for their children. The teachers are enthusiastic and creative and the principal is fabulous. The parents are highly involved with the school. Overall Caraway is a great
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Posted by a parent on 02/05/07
This school is a throwback to what I remember in the early 60's, a smaller school with a caring staff, and lots of parental involvement. the Round Rock School district is a good one, and students from adjoining schools transer into Kathy Caraway (formerly North Oaks). The school has only had two principals
... Read more since it's opening in the 1970's to give you an idea of the continuity. Perhaps of equal importance is the middle school, high school path for attendees of Caraway elementary is exceptional. So if you are reading this prior to a home purchase it's something to keep in mind. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/09/06
North Oaks (now Caraway Elementary) is a very good school. Parents are very involved, and the teachers are excellent.
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Posted by a parent on 04/19/06
We have found North Oaks (recently renamed Kathy Caraway) to be responsive and professional in every respect. The principal and AP are friendly and helpful, our daughter's 'specials' teachers make her day fun - and educational - and her teacher is incredible: boundless energy, devotion to the field
... Read more of education and the ability to identify what each child in her classroom needs. The library is beautiful and the librarian and library assistant are very helpful and extremely friendly to the children. Parental involvement is excellent. Read less
School Profile for Kathy Caraway Elementary School
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Student enrollment:
472
Students per teacher:
9
Full-time teachers:
55
Number of classrooms:
40
Arts
Art
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, Learning Differences, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Austin schools — Kathy Caraway Elementary School is located at 11104 Oak View Dr, Austin TX 78759. 11104 Oak View Dr is in the Oak Forest neighborhood and 78759 ZIP code in Austin, TX The school district for Kathy Caraway Elementary School is the Round Rock Independent School District. Kathy Caraway Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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