Serving 205 students in grades 1-2, East Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Attendance Zone: East Ridge Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Sweetwater school district, encompassing approximately 288 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ridge Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
37%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
42%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?
205 students attend East Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Ridge Elementary School?
East Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Ridge Elementary School offer ?
East Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is East Ridge Elementary School part of?
East Ridge Elementary School is part of Sweetwater Independent School District.
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