Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgetop Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgetop Elementary serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgetop 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
Ridgetop Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgetop 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 Ridgetop 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#639 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
39%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgetop Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgetop Elementary School is ranked #639 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ridgetop Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgetop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reilly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ridgetop Elementary School?
396 students attend Ridgetop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ridgetop Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgetop Elementary School?
Ridgetop Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgetop Elementary School offer ?
Ridgetop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ridgetop Elementary School part of?
Ridgetop Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgetop Elementary School located?
Ridgetop Elementary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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