Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richardson Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Richardson Terrace Elementary School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Richardson Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson Terrace Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3353 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Richardson Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Richardson Terrace Elementary School is ranked #3353 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richardson Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Richardson Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Math/science/tech Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Richardson Terrace Elementary School?
527 students attend Richardson Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Richardson Terrace Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson Terrace Elementary School?
Richardson Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Richardson Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Richardson Terrace Elementary School part of?
Richardson Terrace Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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