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#1593 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 19% in state

Rise Academy

Elementary School · RISE ACADEMY

P O BOX 2837, Lubbock, TX 78408

Charter

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,593 of 8,552

In Lubbock

#17 of 66

public schools

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Rise Academy

7.9/10

Elementary School in Lubbock · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rise Academy

Rise Academy is a public elementary school in Lubbock, TX, part of RISE ACADEMY. Rise Academy serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Rise Academy show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts above TX schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Rise Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+24.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,165
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Rise Academy — Students at Rise Academy score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 84.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 81.1% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
59.9%
ELA
73.9%
2024
Math
68%
ELA
85%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Rise Academy Compares

See how Rise Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in TX
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Location

P O BOX 2837, Lubbock, TX 78408

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rise Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMIREZ EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ERVIN EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALDERSON EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lubbock, see our Lubbock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
TALKINGTON SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN LEADERS Lubbock 0.2 mi 8.6
ESTACADO H S Lubbock 0.5 mi 4.2
ALDERSON EL Lubbock 0.6 mi 7.7
PRIORITY INTERVENTION ACADEMY Lubbock 1.9 mi 5.0
DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lubbock 2.1 mi 4.2
ERVIN EL Lubbock 2.3 mi 7.8
BETTY M CONDRA SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION Lubbock 2.1 mi 7.2
CARMONA-HARRISON EL Lubbock 2.4 mi 7.5
HOMEBOUND Lubbock 2.6 mi 5.6
RAMIREZ EL Lubbock 2.5 mi 9.2
BEAN EL Lubbock 2.9 mi 6.2
BEAN EL Lubbock 2.9 mi 5.1
LUBBOCK H S Lubbock 2.9 mi 7.2
DUPRE ACADEMY H S Lubbock 2.9 mi 3.6
HARWELL EL Lubbock 3.3 mi 5.4
SLATON MIDDLE Lubbock 3.1 mi 4.3
CAVAZOS MIDDLE Lubbock 2.9 mi 6.5
MCWHORTER EL Lubbock 3.2 mi 6.7
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY K-12 Lubbock 3.3 mi 7.4
LUBBOCK CO J J A E P Wolfforth 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,096

Median Home Value

$82,300

Median Rent

$979/mo

Population

9,631

College Educated

8.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rise Academy

What grades does Rise Academy serve?

Rise Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Rise Academy?

Rise Academy has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rise Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rise Academy is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rise Academy rank in TX?

Rise Academy ranks #1,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Rise Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Rise Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rise Academy has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Rise Academy a charter school?

Yes, Rise Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Rise Academy a Title I school?

No, Rise Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lubbock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

RISE ACADEMY
District Enrollment
301
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,165
District Rank
#1 of 1

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