Serving 2,617 students in grades 9-12, Vista Ridge High School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Ridge High School's student population of 2,617 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vista Ridge High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Ridge High School is 0.69, 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
#1878 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Vista Ridge High School's ranking?
Vista Ridge High School is ranked #1878 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vista Ridge High School often compared to?
Vista Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Rock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Ridge High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vista Ridge High School?
2,617 students attend Vista Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Vista Ridge High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Ridge High School?
Vista Ridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vista Ridge High School offer ?
Vista Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista Ridge High School part of?
Vista Ridge High School is part of Leander Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
I like this school. There are tons of extracurricular activities such as choir, sports, theater, and after school clubs. I think there are a lot of nice students here. It's also clean and nice looking inside and out
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