Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dripping Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dripping Springs 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
Dripping Springs Elementary School's student population of 889 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dripping Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dripping Springs Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1293 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dripping Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Dripping Springs Elementary School is ranked #1293 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dripping Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Dripping Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Springs Elementary School, Rooster Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Dripping Springs Elementary School?
889 students attend Dripping Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dripping Springs Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dripping Springs Elementary School?
Dripping Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dripping Springs Elementary School offer ?
Dripping Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dripping Springs Elementary School part of?
Dripping Springs Elementary School is part of Dripping Springs ISD School District.
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