Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackland Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackland Prairie Elementary serves the eastern part of Round Rock, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackland Prairie 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
Blackland Prairie Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackland Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackland Prairie Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#582 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackland Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is ranked #582 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blackland Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Blackland Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blackland Prairie Elementary School?
785 students attend Blackland Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Blackland Prairie Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackland Prairie Elementary School?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackland Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blackland Prairie Elementary School part of?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackland Prairie Elementary School located?
Blackland Prairie Elementary School is located in the Lake Forest neighborhood of Round Rock, TX.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent supportive teachers! Blown away by their commitment to the children here and education they are providing my child. They have so many additional interactive activities for families to be a part of the experience outside of school hours. Well done!
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