Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cactus Ranch Elementary School's student population of 671 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cactus Ranch Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#25 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
32%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cactus Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cactus Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Cactus Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patsy Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
671 students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cactus Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cactus Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cactus Ranch Elementary School part of?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cactus Ranch Elementary School located?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is located in the Behrens Ranch neighborhood of Round Rock, TX.
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