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#4985 of 8,552 schools in TX
Rock Prairie EL
Elementary School · COLLEGE STATION ISD
3400 WELSH AVE, College Station, TX 77845
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,985 of 8,552
In College Station
#17 of 19
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
COLLEGE STATION ISD
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Rock Prairie EL
Elementary School in College Station · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rock Prairie EL
Rock Prairie EL is a public elementary school in College Station, TX, part of COLLEGE STATION ISD. Rock Prairie EL serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Prairie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rock Prairie EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Rock Prairie EL — Students at Rock Prairie EL score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
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: 5.6/10.
How Rock Prairie EL Compares
See how Rock Prairie 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
3400 WELSH AVE, College Station, TX 77845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Prairie EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVER BEND EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRING CREEK EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Richardson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in College Station, see our College Station schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL College Station | 0.3 mi | — |
| COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE College Station | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTHWOOD VALLEY EL College Station | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| CYPRESS GROVE INT College Station | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CREEK VIEW EL College Station | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| A & M CONS H S College Station | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION EL Richardson | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE Richardson | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| RIVER BEND EL College Station | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| COLLEGE STATION JJAEP College Station | 1.5 mi | — |
| TRADITIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL College Station | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| COLLEGE STATION H S College Station | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| AGGIELAND COUNTRY SCHOOL College Station | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTH KNOLL EL College Station | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ILTEXAS AGGIELAND H S Richardson | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SPRING CREEK EL College Station | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COLLEGE STATION College Station | 2.5 mi | — |
| A & M CONSOLIDATED MIDDLE College Station | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OAKWOOD INT College Station | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| COLLEGE VIEW H S College Station | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,434
Median Home Value
$349,900
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
74,612
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Prairie EL
What grades does Rock Prairie EL serve?
Rock Prairie EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Rock Prairie EL?
Rock Prairie EL has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Prairie EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Prairie EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rock Prairie EL rank in TX?
Rock Prairie EL ranks #4,985 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rock Prairie EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Prairie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Rock Prairie EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Prairie EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rock Prairie EL a charter school?
No, Rock Prairie EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rock Prairie EL a Title I school?
No, Rock Prairie EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Prairie EL?
63.1% of students at Rock Prairie 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
- 35 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Brazos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (979) 764-5570
Resources & Links
District
COLLEGE STATION ISD- District Enrollment
- 14,366
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,959
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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