Serving 743 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 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cactus Ranch Elementary School's student population of 743 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cactus Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cactus Ranch Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#30 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 #30 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cactus Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Cactus Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patsy Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
743 students attend Cactus Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cactus Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cactus Ranch Elementary School?
Cactus Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Independent 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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