Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ralph Pfluger 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralph Pfluger Elementary serves the eastern portion of Buda, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school and the furthest edge being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School's student population of 779 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
779 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph Pfluger Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
22%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph Pfluger Elementary School's ranking?
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School is ranked #1521 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ralph Pfluger Elementary School often compared to?
Ralph Pfluger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carpenter Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ralph Pfluger Elementary School?
779 students attend Ralph Pfluger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ralph Pfluger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph Pfluger Elementary School?
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ralph Pfluger Elementary School offer ?
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ralph Pfluger Elementary School part of?
Ralph Pfluger Elementary School is part of Hays CISD School District.
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