Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rooster Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 32% 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: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rooster Springs Elementary serves the eastern part of Dripping Springs, TX, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rooster Springs 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
School Overview
Rooster Springs Elementary School's student population of 772 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rooster Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rooster Springs 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
#370 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2022. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rooster Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Rooster Springs Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rooster Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Rooster Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dripping Springs Elementary School, Walnut Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rooster Springs Elementary School?
772 students attend Rooster Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Rooster Springs Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rooster Springs Elementary School?
Rooster Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rooster Springs Elementary School offer ?
Rooster Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rooster Springs Elementary School part of?
Rooster Springs Elementary School is part of Dripping Springs Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rooster Springs Elementary School located?
Rooster Springs Elementary School is located in the Belterra neighborhood of Dripping Springs, TX.
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