Serving 1,088 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberta Wright Rylander 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 71% (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 71% 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: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberta Wright Rylander 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
Diversity
School Overview
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School's student population of 1,088 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,088 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roberta Wright Rylander 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 Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1009 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
29%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School's ranking?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is ranked #1009 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School often compared to?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffin 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School?
1,088 students attend Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School offer ?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School part of?
Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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