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#4764 of 8,552 schools in TX
River Oaks EL
Elementary School · PFLUGERVILLE ISD
12401 SCOFIELD FARMS DR, Austin, TX 78758
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,764 of 8,552
In Austin
#114 of 241
public schools
In district
#19 of 32
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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River Oaks EL
Elementary School in Austin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Oaks EL
River Oaks EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of PFLUGERVILLE ISD. River Oaks EL serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. River Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,764 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for River Oaks EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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River Oaks EL — Students at River Oaks EL score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.2/10.
How River Oaks EL Compares
See how River Oaks EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12401 SCOFIELD FARMS DR, Austin, TX 78758
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Oaks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMITT EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASIS AUSTIN PRI (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NYOS LAMAR EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHOLESOME GENERATION Austin | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PARMER LANE EL Austin | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WESTVIEW MIDDLE Austin | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| NYOS LAMAR SECONDARY Austin | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| NYOS LAMAR EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN B CONNALLY H S Austin | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| BRENTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Austin | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - AUSTIN Austin | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHWEST EL Austin | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| MCBEE EL Austin | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| HAWTHORNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 1.9 mi | — |
| VALOR NORTH AUSTIN Austin | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BASIS AUSTIN PRI Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| BASIS AUSTIN Austin | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| WALNUT CREEK EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| CHAPARRAL STAR ACADEMY Austin | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-AUSTIN WELLS BRANCH Lewisville | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Austin | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FOUR SEASONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin | 2.0 mi | — |
| SUMMITT EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,019
Median Home Value
$419,300
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
50,592
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
25.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Oaks EL
What grades does River Oaks EL serve?
River Oaks EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend River Oaks EL?
River Oaks EL has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Oaks EL?
The student-teacher ratio at River Oaks EL is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Oaks EL rank in TX?
River Oaks EL ranks #4,764 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is River Oaks EL's MySchoolScout rating?
River Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 River Oaks EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Oaks EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is River Oaks EL a charter school?
No, River Oaks EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Oaks EL a Title I school?
No, River Oaks EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Oaks EL?
81.5% of students at River Oaks 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (512) 594-5000
Resources & Links
District
PFLUGERVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 25,297
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,528
- District Rank
- #19 of 32
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