Serving 1,078 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberta Wright Rylander 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberta Wright Rylander 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
Diversity
School Overview
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School's student population of 1,078 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,078 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roberta Wright Rylander 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 Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#854 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School's ranking?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School often compared to?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School?
1,078 students attend Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School offer ?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School part of?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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