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#444 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 5% in state

Garden Ridge EL

Elementary School · LEWISVILLE ISD

2220 S GARDEN RIDGE BLVD, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#444 of 8,552

In Flower Mound

#9 of 21

public schools

In district

#13 of 61

LEWISVILLE ISD

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Garden Ridge EL

8.8/10

Elementary School in Flower Mound · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Garden Ridge EL

Garden Ridge EL is a public elementary school in Flower Mound, TX, part of LEWISVILLE ISD. Garden Ridge EL serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Garden Ridge EL show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,299
Chronic Absenteeism4.3%

Garden Ridge EL — Students at Garden Ridge EL score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 82.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
73.7%
2024
Math
67%
ELA
74%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Garden Ridge EL Compares

See how Garden Ridge EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in TX
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2220 S GARDEN RIDGE BLVD, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garden Ridge EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUEBONNET EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FOREST VISTA EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STEM ACADEMY AT DONALD EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flower Mound, see our Flower Mound schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewisville 0.4 mi
FOREST VISTA EL Flower Mound 0.6 mi 9.0
STEM ACADEMY AT HEDRICK MIDDLE Lewisville 1.0 mi 5.8
MARJORY VICKERY EL Flower Mound 1.1 mi 6.4
PARKWAY EL Lewisville 1.0 mi 6.9
EXPLORATIONS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Flower Mound 1.1 mi 7.9
LILLIE J JACKSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lewisville 1.2 mi 5.2
STEM ACADEMY AT FORESTWOOD MIDDLE Flower Mound 1.2 mi 8.7
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY - LEWISVILLE Lewisville 1.3 mi 7.9
LEWISVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewisville 1.9 mi
LEARNING CTR Lewisville 1.6 mi 5.2
CREEKSIDE EL Lewisville 1.6 mi 7.3
LEWISVILLE H S Lewisville 1.9 mi 6.4
BLUEBONNET EL Flower Mound 1.8 mi 9.2
SHADOW RIDGE MIDDLE Flower Mound 1.8 mi 9.1
NORTH TEXAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Denton 1.9 mi 5.1
STEM ACADEMY AT DONALD EL Flower Mound 1.8 mi 8.7
LAKELAND EL Lewisville 1.9 mi 4.5
DEGAN EL Lewisville 2.2 mi 4.2
MARSHALL DURHAM MIDDLE Lewisville 1.8 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,040

Median Home Value

$458,100

Median Rent

$2,233/mo

Population

48,636

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garden Ridge EL

What grades does Garden Ridge EL serve?

Garden Ridge EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Garden Ridge EL?

Garden Ridge EL has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Ridge EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Garden Ridge EL is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garden Ridge EL rank in TX?

Garden Ridge EL ranks #444 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Garden Ridge EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Garden Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Garden Ridge EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Ridge EL has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Garden Ridge EL a charter school?

No, Garden Ridge EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Garden Ridge EL a Title I school?

No, Garden Ridge EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Ridge EL?

25.5% of students at Garden Ridge EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.3%

District

LEWISVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
48,440
Schools in District
62
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,299
District Rank
#13 of 61

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