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Ruth Barron EL

Elementary School · PFLUGERVILLE ISD

14850 HARRIS RIDGE BLVD, Pflugerville, TX 78660

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,708 of 8,552

In Pflugerville

#25 of 27

public schools

In district

#25 of 32

PFLUGERVILLE ISD

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

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

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About Ruth Barron EL

Ruth Barron EL is a public elementary school in Pflugerville, TX, part of PFLUGERVILLE ISD. Ruth Barron EL serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruth Barron EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,708 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ruth Barron EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,528
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Ruth Barron EL — Students at Ruth Barron EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 24 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
31.7%
ELA
33.6%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
35%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Ruth Barron EL Compares

See how Ruth Barron EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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

14850 HARRIS RIDGE BLVD, Pflugerville, TX 78660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ruth Barron EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILHELMINA DELCO EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Austin), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA PFLUGERVILLE ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WIELAND EL (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pflugerville, see our Pflugerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WIELAND EL Pflugerville 0.5 mi 7.4
CONCORDIA HIGH SCHOOL Round Rock 0.8 mi 5.7
BASIS PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville 0.9 mi 8.3
BASIS PFLUGERVILLE PRI Pflugerville 0.9 mi 6.6
SPRINGHILL EL Pflugerville 1.3 mi 4.1
PFLUGERVILLE MIDDLE Pflugerville 1.4 mi 5.6
DESSAU EL Austin 1.5 mi 2.4
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville 1.4 mi 7.0
WILHELMINA DELCO EL Austin 1.6 mi 8.0
VALOR NORTH AUSTIN Austin 1.5 mi 6.2
RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Austin 1.6 mi 7.6
DESSAU MIDDLE Austin 1.7 mi 4.1
PFLUGERVILLE H S Pflugerville 1.7 mi 6.5
IDEA PFLUGERVILLE ACADEMY Pflugerville 1.6 mi 8.0
IDEA PFLUGERVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pflugerville 1.6 mi 5.7
JOHN B CONNALLY H S Austin 1.7 mi 3.9
NORTHWEST EL Austin 1.8 mi 2.6
TIMMERMAN EL Pflugerville 2.1 mi 3.0
IDEA PARMER PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Austin 2.4 mi 6.9
IDEA PARMER PARK ACADEMY Austin 2.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,522

Median Home Value

$369,300

Median Rent

$1,769/mo

Population

118,437

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ruth Barron EL

What grades does Ruth Barron EL serve?

Ruth Barron EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ruth Barron EL?

Ruth Barron EL has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Barron EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Barron EL is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ruth Barron EL rank in TX?

Ruth Barron EL ranks #5,708 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ruth Barron EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ruth Barron EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Ruth Barron EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruth Barron EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Ruth Barron EL a charter school?

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

Is Ruth Barron EL a Title I school?

No, Ruth Barron EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruth Barron EL?

76.5% of students at Ruth Barron 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

PFLUGERVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
25,297
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,528
District Rank
#25 of 32

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