Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cactus Ranch Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cactus Ranch Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 8079 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
39%
5%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cactus Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
576 students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cactus Ranch Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cactus Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cactus Ranch Elementary School part of?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is part of Round Rock ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Cactus Ranch Elementary School located?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School is located in the Behrens Ranch neighborhood of Round Rock, TX.
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