Excellent
#274 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 3% in state
River Ridge EL
Elementary School · LEANDER ISD
12900 TIERRA GRANDE TRL, Austin, TX 78732
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#274 of 8,552
In Austin
#18 of 241
public schools
In district
#2 of 47
LEANDER ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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River Ridge EL
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About River Ridge EL
River Ridge EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of LEANDER ISD. River Ridge EL serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. River Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for River Ridge EL show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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River Ridge EL — Students at River Ridge EL score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.9%
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: 9.3/10.
How River Ridge EL Compares
See how River Ridge 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
12900 TIERRA GRANDE TRL, Austin, TX 78732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Ridge EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAURA WELCH BUSH EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BARTON CREEK EL (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEXAS (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE Austin | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Austin | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| SCHOOL IN THE HILLS Austin | 2.1 mi | — |
| BRIDGES ACADEMY AUSTIN Austin | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE POINTE EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKE TRAVIS EL Austin | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 2.9 mi | — |
| STEINER RANCH EL Austin | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE MAGNOLIA SCHOOL Austin | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HUDSON BEND MIDDLE Austin | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BARTON CREEK EL Austin | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WEST RIDGE MIDDLE Austin | 3.6 mi | 9.5 |
| LAKE TRAVIS H S Austin | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PREP SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEXAS Austin | 4.1 mi | 8.8 |
| LAKEWAY EL Austin | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BEE CAVE EL Austin | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST GABRIEL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LUPINE LANE Austin | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC ACADEMY Austin | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$194,120
Median Home Value
$728,500
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
20,646
College Educated
74.7%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Ridge EL
What grades does River Ridge EL serve?
River Ridge EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend River Ridge EL?
River Ridge EL has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Ridge EL?
The student-teacher ratio at River Ridge EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Ridge EL rank in TX?
River Ridge EL ranks #274 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is River Ridge EL's MySchoolScout rating?
River Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Ridge EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Ridge EL has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is River Ridge EL a charter school?
No, River Ridge EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Ridge EL a Title I school?
No, River Ridge EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Ridge EL?
1.9% of students at River 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (512) 570-7300
Resources & Links
District
LEANDER ISD- District Enrollment
- 42,593
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,669
- District Rank
- #2 of 47
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