RIVER RIDGE EL

RIVER RIDGE EL is a public elementary school that is part of the LEANDER ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 715 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, RIVER RIDGE EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

RIVER RIDGE ELementary School is located in the Steiner Ranch community of Austin, Texas, and operates within the highly regarded Leander Independent School District. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its strong academic performance and its focus on fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. It is situated in a scenic area of northwest Austin, drawing a diverse population of families who value the school's commitment to both high educational standards and the social-emotional development of its students.

The school is known for its active parent involvement and a culture that emphasizes collaboration between staff, students, and the local community. Beyond its core academic curriculum, River Ridge often incorporates extracurricular activities and enrichment programs designed to engage students in technology, arts, and physical education. By prioritizing personalized instruction and building a strong sense of school spirit, RIVER RIDGE ELementary strives to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school while maintaining a reputation as a cornerstone institution in the Steiner Ranch neighborhood.

For more information, contact RIVER RIDGE EL at (512) 570-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12900 TIERRA GRANDE TRL
AUSTIN, TX 78732-2464
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RIVER RIDGE EL is a public school in AUSTIN, TX with about 715 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LEANDER ISD
Total Students:
715
Teachers:
47.44
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 715 students

White
68.3%
Asian
12.2%
Hispanic/Latino
12.0%
Two or more races
6.3%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.