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Royal Ridge EL

Elementary School · NORTH EAST ISD

5933 ROYAL RIDGE, San Antonio, TX 78239

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,603 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#154 of 516

public schools

In district

#40 of 71

NORTH EAST ISD

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Royal Ridge EL

6.2/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Royal Ridge EL

Royal Ridge EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Royal Ridge EL serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,603 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Royal Ridge EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,211
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Royal Ridge EL — Students at Royal Ridge EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (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
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
50.6%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
58%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Royal Ridge EL Compares

See how Royal Ridge EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in TX
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5933 ROYAL RIDGE, San Antonio, TX 78239

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royal Ridge EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA JUDSON ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST ALAMO (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Windcrest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS SAN ANTONIO - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio 0.6 mi 7.9
BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio 0.6 mi 6.4
SST ALAMO San Antonio 0.8 mi 7.6
WINDCREST EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 5.2
MILLER POINT EL Converse 1.4 mi 3.9
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF WINDCREST Windcrest 1.7 mi 7.5
HERITAGE ACADEMY Windcrest 1.7 mi
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF SAN ANTONIO Windcrest 1.7 mi
EL DORADO EL San Antonio 1.8 mi 4.9
IDEA JUDSON COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 2.0 mi 6.7
IDEA JUDSON ACADEMY San Antonio 2.0 mi 8.1
COMPASS ROSE JOURNEY Windcrest 2.0 mi 6.4
WOODSTONE EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 6.6
WHITE MIDDLE San Antonio 2.1 mi 6.6
MONTGOMERY EL San Antonio 2.1 mi 5.4
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-SAN ANTONIO WINDCREST Lewisville 2.1 mi 3.7
ROOSEVELT H S San Antonio 2.2 mi 5.1
IDEA WALZEM ACADEMY Weslaco 2.2 mi 5.6
IDEA WALZEM COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Antonio 2.2 mi 6.0
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio 2.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,455

Median Home Value

$215,600

Median Rent

$1,401/mo

Population

29,855

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royal Ridge EL

What grades does Royal Ridge EL serve?

Royal Ridge EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Royal Ridge EL?

Royal Ridge EL has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Ridge EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Royal Ridge EL is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royal Ridge EL rank in TX?

Royal Ridge EL ranks #4,603 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Royal Ridge EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Royal Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Royal Ridge EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Ridge EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Royal Ridge EL a charter school?

No, Royal Ridge EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Royal Ridge EL a Title I school?

No, Royal Ridge EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Ridge EL?

70.0% of students at Royal 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

NORTH EAST ISD
District Enrollment
57,374
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,211
District Rank
#40 of 71

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