Very Good
#2425 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 28% in state
Ruth Cherry EL
Elementary School · ROYSE CITY ISD
1412 FM 1777, Royse City, TX 75189
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,425 of 8,552
In Royse City
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
ROYSE CITY ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ruth Cherry EL
Elementary School in Royse City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ruth Cherry EL
Ruth Cherry EL is a public elementary school in Royse City, TX, part of ROYSE CITY ISD. Ruth Cherry EL serves approximately 846 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruth Cherry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,425 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ruth Cherry EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ruth Cherry EL — Students at Ruth Cherry EL score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Ruth Cherry EL Compares
See how Ruth Cherry 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
1412 FM 1777, Royse City, TX 75189
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruth Cherry EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL (rated 8.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CELIA HAYS EL (rated 8.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Rockwall), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARRY HERNDON EL (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Royse City, see our Royse City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENDA ARNOLD EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Royse City | 0.0 mi | — |
| DAVIS EL Royse City | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| OUIDA BALEY MIDDLE Royse City | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ROYSE CITY H S Royse City | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JOHN & BARBARA RODERICK EL Nevada | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) FATE Dallas | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BILLIE STEVENSON EL Fate | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| COMMUNITY H S Nevada | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall | 5.5 mi | 3.4 |
| MCCLENDON EL Nevada | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada | 5.9 mi | 4.0 |
| KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL Caddo Mills | 6.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CELIA HAYS EL Rockwall | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,105
Median Home Value
$336,000
Median Rent
$2,133/mo
Population
44,348
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruth Cherry EL
What grades does Ruth Cherry EL serve?
Ruth Cherry EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruth Cherry EL?
Ruth Cherry EL has an enrollment of approximately 846 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Cherry EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Cherry EL is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruth Cherry EL rank in TX?
Ruth Cherry EL ranks #2,425 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ruth Cherry EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruth Cherry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Cherry EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruth Cherry EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Ruth Cherry EL a charter school?
No, Ruth Cherry EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruth Cherry EL a Title I school?
No, Ruth Cherry EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruth Cherry EL?
47.4% of students at Ruth Cherry 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
- 846
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (972) 636-3301
Resources & Links
District
ROYSE CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,371
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,652
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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