Serving 738 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riojas 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riojas Elementary serves the eastern part of Pflugerville, TX, covering an area of approximately 29 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riojas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riojas Elementary School's student population of 738 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Riojas 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 Riojas Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1521 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 is Riojas Elementary School's ranking?
Riojas 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 Riojas Elementary School often compared to?
Riojas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookhollow Elementary School, Rowe Lane 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 Riojas Elementary School?
738 students attend Riojas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Riojas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riojas Elementary School?
Riojas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riojas Elementary School offer ?
Riojas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riojas Elementary School part of?
Riojas Elementary School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
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