Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Ropes School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ropes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ropes School's student population of 576 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Ropes School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ropes School is 0.41, 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
#1720 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
72%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Ropes School's ranking?
Ropes School is ranked #1720 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ropes School?
The graduation rate of Ropes School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ropes School?
576 students attend Ropes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ropes School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ropes School?
Ropes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ropes School offer ?
Ropes School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Ropes School part of?
Ropes School is part of Ropes Independent School District.
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