Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ridgecrest Elementary School's student population of 715 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgecrest Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#4024 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is ranked #4024 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ridgecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunters Creek Elementary School, Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School?
715 students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ridgecrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgecrest Elementary School?
Ridgecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgecrest Elementary School offer ?
Ridgecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ridgecrest Elementary School part of?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgecrest Elementary School located?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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