Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Oaks Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Oaks Elementary serves the southwest part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Oaks Elementary School's student population of 551 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
River Oaks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Oaks Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
River Oaks Elementary School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are River Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
River Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parmer Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Elementary School?
551 students attend River Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of River Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Oaks Elementary School?
River Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Oaks Elementary School offer ?
River Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Oaks Elementary School part of?
River Oaks Elementary School is part of Pflugerville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is River Oaks Elementary School located?
River Oaks Elementary School is located in the Village At River Oaks neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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