Excellent
#298 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 4% in state
Ride EL
Elementary School · CONROE ISD
4920 W PANTHER CREEK DR, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In The Woodlands
#2 of 23
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#179 of 4,678
In district
#1 of 61
CONROE ISD
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Ride EL
RIDE El is a public elementary school in The Woodlands, Texas, serving 565 students from prekindergarten through fourth grade. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with an academic score of 9.9 and a growth score of 9.3. Academic performance alone puts RIDE El at the ceiling for Texas elementary schools; the growth score confirms those gains aren't a one-year anomaly.
The comparative picture is just as strong. RIDE El ranks #2 among 23 schools in The Woodlands and outperforms 98% of public schools across Texas. That places it at #114 out of 4,678 Texas elementary schools — a position fewer than one in forty elementaries in the state can claim.
A student-teacher ratio of 14.1 to 1 gives teachers the bandwidth to deliver results at an individual level. RIDE El operates as a standard public school — no lottery, no application. Families in the attendance zone get access to one of the highest-performing elementary schools in The Woodlands.
Score Breakdown
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Ride EL — Students at Ride EL score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Ride EL Compares
See how Ride EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 76% (2019) to 77% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 77% (2021).
Location
4920 W PANTHER CREEK DR, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ride EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE FOREST EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is DAVID EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GLEN LOCH EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in The Woodlands, see our The Woodlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESPRIT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| DAVID EL The Woodlands | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MCCULLOUGH J H The Woodlands | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL The Woodlands | 0.9 mi | — |
| GLEN LOCH EL The Woodlands | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| COLLINS INT The Woodlands | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SON KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE WOODLANDS H S The Woodlands | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CREEKSIDE FOREST EL The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION The Woodlands | 2.0 mi | — |
| CUNAE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL The Woodlands | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE WOODLANDS AT HUGHES LANDING Spring | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE WOODLANDS METHODIST SCHOOL The Woodlands | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| POWELL EL The Woodlands | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| THE GROVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Conroe | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GREYSTONE HOUSE MONTESSORI The Woodlands | 2.1 mi | — |
| WOODLANDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY The Woodlands | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI VILLA-THE WOODLANDS Spring | 2.6 mi | 2.4 |
| FRENCH EL Klein | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,210
Median Home Value
$445,400
Median Rent
$1,699/mo
Population
35,184
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
44.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ride EL has a median household income of $142,210. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $445,400, with a median rent of $1,699/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLACKSHEAR EL Klein, TX | 8.7 |
| BRANDON EL Lufkin, TX | 8.7 |
| BRAZOS EL Orchard, TX | 8.7 |
| BULLARD EL Bullard, TX | 8.7 |
| CENTRAL HEIGHTS EL Nacogdoches, TX | 8.7 |
| COTTONWOOD CREEK EL Coppell, TX | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ride EL
What grades does Ride EL serve?
Ride EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Ride EL?
Ride EL has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ride EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ride EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ride EL rank in TX?
Ride EL is ranked #298 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Ride EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ride EL has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ride EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ride EL has 76.5% math proficiency and 76.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ride EL a charter school?
No, Ride EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ride EL a Title I school?
No, Ride EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ride EL?
30.1% of students at Ride 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (281) 465-2800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CONROE ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,352
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,349
- District Rank
- #1 of 61
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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