Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aldridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aldridge 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
Aldridge Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aldridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldridge Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1279 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldridge Elementary School's ranking?
Aldridge Elementary School is ranked #1279 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Aldridge Elementary School often compared to?
Aldridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Creek Elementary School, Prairie Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Aldridge Elementary School?
458 students attend Aldridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Aldridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aldridge Elementary School?
Aldridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aldridge Elementary School offer ?
Aldridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aldridge Elementary School part of?
Aldridge Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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