Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royal Ridge 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 86% 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: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Ridge Elementary serves the southeast area of San Antonio, TX, covering approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Royal Ridge Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Kids First One Team United in Purpose
School Rankings
Royal Ridge 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 Royal Ridge Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#5050 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Ridge Elementary School is ranked #5050 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Royal Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windcrest Elementary School, Five Palms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Royal Ridge Elementary School?
441 students attend Royal Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Royal Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Ridge Elementary School?
Royal Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Royal Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Royal Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Royal Ridge Elementary School part of?
Royal Ridge Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Royal Ridge Elementary School located?
Royal Ridge Elementary School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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