Serving 2,597 students in grades 9-12, Vista Ridge High 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 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Ridge High School's student population of 2,597 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Ridge High 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 Vista Ridge High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1154 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
49%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Ridge High School's ranking?
Vista Ridge High School is ranked #1154 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vista Ridge High School often compared to?
Vista Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Rock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Vista Ridge High School?
2,597 students attend Vista Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Vista Ridge High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Ridge High School?
Vista Ridge High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vista Ridge High School offer ?
Vista Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista Ridge High School part of?
Vista Ridge High School is part of Leander ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
I like this school. There are tons of extracurricular activities such as choir, sports, theater, and after school clubs. I think there are a lot of nice students here. It's also clean and nice looking inside and out
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