Serving 1,006 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dripping Springs 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dripping Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dripping Springs Elementary School's student population of 1,006 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dripping Springs 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 Dripping Springs Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1375 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
62%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Dripping Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Dripping Springs Elementary School is ranked #1375 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dripping Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Dripping Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Springs Elementary School, Rooster Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dripping Springs Elementary School?
1,006 students attend Dripping Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dripping Springs Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dripping Springs Elementary School?
Dripping Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dripping Springs Elementary School offer ?
Dripping Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dripping Springs Elementary School part of?
Dripping Springs Elementary School is part of Dripping Springs Independent School District.
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