Serving 44 students in grades 1-12, Laurel Ridge ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Ridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Ridge's student population of 44 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurel Ridge ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Ridge is 0.59, which is less 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
#6190 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
57%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Ridge's ranking?
Laurel Ridge is ranked #6190 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel Ridge?
The graduation rate of Laurel Ridge is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Laurel Ridge?
44 students attend Laurel Ridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Laurel Ridge students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Ridge?
Laurel Ridge has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Ridge offer ?
Laurel Ridge offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Laurel Ridge part of?
Laurel Ridge is part of University Of Texas University Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurel Ridge located?
Laurel Ridge is located in the Far North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Far North Central.
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