Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge 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
#48 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
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 River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steiner Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
423 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is River Ridge Elementary School located?
River Ridge Elementary School is located in the Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association.
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