Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
65%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steiner Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
535 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Leander ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is River Ridge Elementary School located?
River Ridge Elementary School is located in the Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association.
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