Excellent
#921 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 11% in state
Santa Rita EL
Elementary School · LIBERTY HILL ISD
301 FORREST ST, Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Enrollment
1,027
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,027
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#921 of 8,552
In Liberty Hill
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
LIBERTY HILL ISD
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Santa Rita EL
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About Santa Rita EL
Santa Rita EL is a public elementary school in Liberty Hill, TX, part of LIBERTY HILL ISD. Santa Rita EL serves approximately 1,027 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rita EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #921 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rita EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Santa Rita EL — Students at Santa Rita EL score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Santa Rita EL Compares
See how Santa Rita 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
301 FORREST ST, Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rita EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RANCHO SIENNA EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), with a very similar rating. Another option is TARVIN EL (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Leander), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LARKSPUR EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Leander), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Liberty Hill, see our Liberty Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA RITA MIDDLE Liberty Hill | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LARKSPUR EL Leander | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| RANCHO SIENNA EL Georgetown | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY - SANTA RITA RANCH Liberty Hill | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| NORTH EL Leander | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| TARVIN EL Leander | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| BILL BURDEN EL Liberty Hill | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY LIBERTY HILL Liberty Hill | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| STACY KAYE DANIELSON MIDDLE Leander | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Liberty Hill | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S Leander | 4.1 mi | — |
| GLENN H S Leander | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JIM PLAIN EL Leander | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LOUINE NOBLE EL Liberty Hill | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LEANDER EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY Leander | 5.0 mi | 2.6 |
| NEW HOPE H S Leander | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LEANDER VIRTUAL LEARNING ACADEMY Leander | 5.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CHRISTINE CAMACHO EL Leander | 5.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LEANDER MIDDLE Leander | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BAGDAD EL Leander | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,086
Median Home Value
$486,800
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
24,146
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rita EL
What grades does Santa Rita EL serve?
Santa Rita EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Rita EL?
Santa Rita EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,027 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rita EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rita EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rita EL rank in TX?
Santa Rita EL ranks #921 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Santa Rita EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rita EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Santa Rita EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rita EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Santa Rita EL a charter school?
No, Santa Rita EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rita EL a Title I school?
No, Santa Rita EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rita EL?
12.9% of students at Santa Rita 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
- 1,027
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (512) 379-3360
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY HILL ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,829
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,310
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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