Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Risd Academy 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Risd Academy's student population of 728 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Risd Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Risd Academy is 0.21, 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
#7607 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Risd Academy's ranking?
Risd Academy is ranked #7607 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Risd Academy often compared to?
Risd Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dobie Pre-kindergarten School, Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Risd Academy?
728 students attend Risd Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Risd Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Risd Academy?
Risd Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Risd Academy offer ?
Risd Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Risd Academy part of?
Risd Academy is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Risd Academy located?
Risd Academy is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Far North Dallas.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
I used to be a former student here until I got sent away by my stepfather and it was very fun and amazingly educational!
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