Trinity Episcopal School of Austin is an independent, nonprofit, PK-8, co-ed, day school in southwest Austin, Texas. Trinity delivers a student-centered, evidence-based curriculum in a highly supportive and challenging environment. Teachers, coaches, and a team of support staff work together to meet students where they are and partner with parents to build a comprehensive, holistic, and data-driven plan for each child's growth.
Trinity Episcopal School is an inclusive, forward-thinking, faith-based K-8 school that meets each student where they are to nurture the whole child’s academic, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. The school’s mission is clear: “We will nurture each child academically, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We will honor each child's spirit for learning and life, ever mindful that we are all children of God.”
School profile
Trinity Episcopal School emerged 18 years ago from humble beginnings as a startup school with 13 students in a rented blue house. Today, Trinity serves more than 530 students from kindergarten through 8th grade. While the numbers and setting have changed dramatically, Trinity remains true to the four core values that guided founder Jane Hill: a strong Christian foundation; enriched academic excellence; a diverse community; and a commitment to family.
Trinity Episcopal School of Austin is a private school located in Austin, TX. The student population of Trinity Episcopal School of Austin is 653 and the school serves grades PK-8. The school’s religious affiliation is Episcopal. The school’s student-teacher ratio is 10:1.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| School type | Independent, nonprofit, coeducational day school |
| Grades | PK-8 |
| Location | 3901 Bee Cave Road, Austin, TX 78746 |
| Campus | 24 acres in West Lake Hills |
| Religious affiliation | Episcopal |
| Student-teacher ratio | 5:1 |
| Additional reported ratio | 10:1 |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Austin, Texas |
| Founded | 1999 |
Trinity is not funded by any governement or diocese, which allows us to control our curriculum independently. We adhere to the accreditation requirements for the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools.
We invest every dollar back into our programs, people, and spaces. In fact, tuition alone does not cover the cost of exceptional Trinity education. We depend on philanthropy to close the tuition gap and to support families that rely on financial assistance.
Mission and educational philosophy
What is Trinity all about? It really boils down to fostering a love of learning and love for one's community. We want our students to be curious, confident leaders who are equipped and inspired to find their voice and make it heard.
Trinity thinks of itself as ahead of the curve, but not experimental. Our curricula are based on the latest research and proven best practices to optimize learning and development for young children and adolescents.
Trinity delivers a student-centered, evidence-based curriculum in a highly supportive and challenging environment. Academic excellence is exemplified in our nurturing yet challenging environment, where kids can explore a wide range of interests.
Episcopal identity and inclusive community
As an Episcopal school, Trinity is a Christian organization that welcomes and seeks to understand people of all faiths and backgrounds. Examples include daily Chapel, recognizing both Christian and non-Christian holidays, and service learning.
As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in faith and welcoming of all religions and creeds. A strong Christian foundation is one of the school’s four core values, alongside enriched academic excellence, a diverse community, and family commitment.
One of our four core values is “Diverse Community” because it's essential to a well-rounded education that promotes intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, and moral growth. We value diversity in all its forms! That includes ethnicity, culture, religion, socio-economic status, and more.
Trinity Episcopal School is an inclusive, forward-thinking, faith-based PK-8 independent school committed to nurturing the whole child, academically, socially, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Three divisions, one mission
Trinity's PK-8 model strikes a great balance! It provides younger students with a nurturing environment while also challenging older kids to step up as leaders and role models. This eases social pressures and bolsters empathy, friendship, leadership, and a sense of belonging.
Blue House Preschool
Our Preschool division is an integral part of the Trinity community! However, the admission process is separate due to substantial changes in development for all young children.
Blue House Preschool serves children ages 2-5. It offers a research-based preschool program with full-day coverage and highly experienced teachers.
Applications are open from October 1 through November 30. The deadline for to apply for financial assistance is November 15.
Lower School
The Lower School serves grades K-4. Trinity teachers truly know each of their students, and maintain those relationships as students get older. This gives kids a sense of belonging and improves faculty-to-faculty collaboration across grade-levels.
The Lower School provides the right balance of rigor and play with research-backed best practices and dedicated, caring faculty. Our best entry point is kindergarten, and applications are open from October 1 through January 25. The deadline for to apply for financial assistance is January 15.
Middle School
The Middle School serves grades 5-8. Our faculty truly know each student and give them the tools and encouragement they need to thrive during adolescence.
With dozens of electives, clubs, and sports, Middle School students have lots of opportunities to explore different interests and find their voice. Our best entry point is 6th grade, and applications are open from October 1 through January 25. The deadline for to apply for financial assistance is January 15.
Academic approach
At Trinity Episcopal, your child will benefit from a curriculum that is both challenging and engaging, featuring a unique blend of traditional subjects, innovative technology, and creative arts. Our highly qualified and passionate educators are dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity and a love of learning in every student.
With small class sizes and an emphasis on personalized instruction, each child receives the attention and support they need to excel. Our teachers are supported by a team of specialists and other staff, keeping our student-teacher ratio extremely low.
We meet students where they are with differentiated instruction during normal class time as well as at least two additional hours a week.
| School measure | Reported information |
|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 7:1 |
| Student-teacher ratio | 5:1 |
| Additional reported student-teacher ratio | 10:1 |
| Differentiation | 2+ Hours of Differentiation |
| Racial diversity | 29% |
| ZIP codes represented | 38 |
| Length of school day | 7 hours |
Learning through science and discovery
Our 8th graders were fired up about science! Students learned that every element has their own “fingerprint” by getting hands-on with Bunsen burners and testing different metal salts to see their unique, colorful reactions.
Students also used diffraction glasses to observe glowing tubes filled with various gas elements turn into rainbow “barcodes” of light - letting students actually see energy at work. It was a colorful and engaging finale to their unit on atomic structure, electron transitions, and light emissions!
Electives, clubs, and leadership
The middle school program offers a wide range of opportunities that allow students to explore their interests and lead beyond the classroom. Whether it's Model UN, robotics, coding, theatre, choir, or service learning, Trinity offers students meaningful opportunities to explore their interests and discover their passions.
These experiences help them build confidence, creativity, real-world skills, and a strong sense of leadership. Students can be curious, confident leaders who are equipped and inspired to find their voice and make it heard.
Campus and learning spaces
Located five miles from downtown Austin in a quiet alcove of West Lake Hills, our 24-acre campus is private and secure. And thanks to our proximity to MoPac Expressway and 360 Loop, we're easily accessible from anywhere in the city.
With small class sizes and a 25-acre campus, we take learning outside. From playgrounds to an outdoor classroom and a wildlife preserve, students can explore, observe, and learn.
These spaces offer more than just fun. They encourage students’ imaginations to run free, explore, and connect not just with each other but also with the natural world around them.
Did you know that Trinity is home to its very own Wildlife Preserve? The community has helped protect the woodlands surrounding campus.
Facilities and extracurricular spaces
Our campus at 3901 Bee Cave Rd boasts state-of-the-art facilities designed to support both academic and extracurricular pursuits. From science labs and art studios to sports fields and technology centers, Trinity Episcopal provides resources that cater to a wide range of interests and talents.
Whether your child is an aspiring scientist, an emerging artist, or an athletic enthusiast, they will find a place to shine at Trinity Episcopal.
Family partnership and community life
We are your partners! We are here to help you provide your child with the education and encouragement they need to thrive, keeping you informed at every step along the way.
Again and again, parents say they chose Trinity because it's a community, where close friendships are forged and memories are made. Trinity Episcopal School prides itself on creating a close-knit and supportive community.
Emphasizing values such as respect, integrity, and compassion, the school prepares students to be responsible and proactive members of the community. Students engage in various service projects and leadership opportunities that build character and empathy, enriching their educational experience and developing skills that last a lifetime.
Trinity is a joyful, nurturing school that genuinely focuses on each individual child. The supportive staff and close-knit community go above and beyond to create a learning environment where students feel seen, valued, and empowered to grow into the best version of themselves each day.
We’re so grateful to be part of a school community that values not only academic excellence, but also kindness, confidence, and a strong sense of community-built on a true partnership between families and the school.
Faculty learning and professional growth
We love teaching, and we love being students, too! This summer, Trinity faculty and staff continued to grow, learn, and bring new ideas back to our classrooms and community.
Our Lower School teachers headed to Charlotte, NC, for a UFLI Literacy and Phonics Conference, while our Marketing & Communications team traveled to Denver, CO, for a Brand and Social Media conference. Teachers also gathered in Seattle, WA, for a Cultural Competency Lab, and Leadership Team members traveled to Atlanta, GA, for the Diversity Leadership Institute.
We’re proud to be a community of lifelong learners, always curious, always growing, and always looking for ways to better serve our students and families. Because when we keep learning, our students benefit, too.
Our Middle School English team had a transformative time in Atlanta, attending the conference for Practical Strategies for Transformative Teaching. Our teachers came back with new insights to improve classroom operations and foster student growth.
Trinity was thrilled to welcome Steve Bollar, CSP® (a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve) to campus! A veteran educator with more than 25 years of experience as an art teacher, principal, and superintendent, Steve inspired our community through meaningful conversations about connection, leadership, and belonging.
On Monday, our faculty and staff engaged in a powerful session focused on building positive, connected environments. Yesterday, our Middle School students learned what it means to stand tall as leaders-complete with games and plenty of joy along the way.
Sports and student activities
Trinity Episcopal School offers opportunities in cross country, track and field, volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, and golf. Middle School students also have access to dozens of electives, clubs, and sports.
- Cross country
- Track and field
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Lacrosse
- Tennis
- Golf
- Model UN
- Robotics
- Coding
- Theatre
- Choir
- Service learning
Student diversity and enrollment
Trinity’s community includes students from 38 ZIP codes. The school values diversity in ethnicity, culture, religion, socio-economic status, and other dimensions of community life.
| Student group | Reported share |
|---|---|
| White | 65.9% |
| Multiracial | 14.2% |
| Hispanic | 11.5% |
| Asian | 5.3% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| African American | 0.9% |
| Pacific Islander | 0.2% |
| Native American | 0% |
| International | 0% |
Enrollment by grade level
| Grade | Enrollment |
|---|---|
| Pre-K | 81 |
| K | 67 |
| 1st | 62 |
| 2nd | 62 |
| 3rd | 60 |
| 4th | 66 |
| 5th | 62 |
| 6th | 60 |
| 7th | 67 |
| 8th | 66 |
Preschool details
Blue House Preschool serves children ages 2-5 and is an integral part of the Trinity community. The preschool offers full-week and full-day coverage. The admission process is separate because of substantial changes in development for all young children.
| Preschool feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Age range | 2-5 |
| Offers full week | Yes |
| Offers full day | Yes |
| Offers part week | No data available |
| Offers part day | No data available |
My kids have attended Blue House Preschool for the last year, and I can't say enough good things about it. The teachers are incredibly caring and supportive, and the curriculum is top-notch.
The social and emotional curriculum is truly what sets Blue House apart. The teachers create a safe and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable exploring their emotions.
The school also has a strong parent-teacher relationship. The teachers are always willing to communicate with parents and to work together to ensure that each child is successful.
Admissions and financial assistance
Applications for Blue House Preschool are open from October 1 through November 30. Applications for Lower School and Middle School are open from October 1 through January 25.
The deadline to apply for financial assistance is November 15 for Blue House Preschool and January 15 for Lower School and Middle School.
Financial aid is available. Tuition and fees may vary depending on grade, boarding status, if applicable, and may have changed for the current school year.
Employment and faculty culture
At Trinity Episcopal School, we believe great teaching starts with knowing every student and meeting them right where they are. Located in West Lake Hills, just minutes from downtown Austin, Trinity is a forward-thinking, faith-based PK-8 independent school committed to nurturing the whole child, academically, socially, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
At Trinity, you’ll find a highly collaborative faculty culture, a commitment to professional growth and research-based practice, and a community that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
We’re seeking educators who want to be part of something bigger, who bring energy, new ideas, and a desire to elevate both their students and their colleagues.
Trinity Episcopal School and Blue House Preschool have sought qualified individuals for positions including Middle School Math Teacher, Middle School Spanish Teacher, Huffman Teaching Fellow, Lower School Lead Teacher, Lower School Lead Literacy Teacher, Preschool Teaching Fellow, and part-time Boys Lacrosse Coach.
What families value about Trinity
Trinity is a joyful, nurturing school that genuinely focuses on each individual child. The supportive staff and close-knit community go above and beyond to create a learning environment where students feel seen, valued, and empowered to grow into the best version of themselves each day.
The kids get an excellent education in a very supportive atmosphere. The teachers and administrators are so welcoming, especially to new students. Parents are highly engaged.
It's a place truly engaged with the whole child. There's depth to the learning; there's seamlessness to the learning. They’re prompting students to look beyond the classroom in a way that I don't see at other schools.
Trinity Episcopal School of Austin combines a research-informed academic program, Episcopal values, personalized support, outdoor learning, student leadership, and a close partnership with families across the PK-8 years.