Serving 984 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rutledge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutledge 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
Rutledge Elementary School's student population of 984 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rutledge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutledge Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#562 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
32%
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
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge Elementary School's ranking?
Rutledge Elementary School is ranked #562 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rutledge Elementary School often compared to?
Rutledge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsa England Elementary School, Patsy Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rutledge Elementary School?
984 students attend Rutledge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Rutledge Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rutledge Elementary School?
Rutledge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rutledge Elementary School offer ?
Rutledge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rutledge Elementary School part of?
Rutledge Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutledge Elementary School located?
Rutledge Elementary School is located in the Avery Ranch Far West neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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