Serving 355 students in grades 2-5, Ridgemont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgemont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ridgemont Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
FBISD exists to inspire and equip all students to pursue futures beyond what they can imagine.
School Rankings
Ridgemont Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgemont Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#5716 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
3%
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
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgemont Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgemont Elementary School is ranked #5716 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ridgemont Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgegate Elementary School, Reagan K-8 Educational Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ridgemont Elementary School?
355 students attend Ridgemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ridgemont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgemont Elementary School?
Ridgemont Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgemont Elementary School offer ?
Ridgemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Ridgemont Elementary School part of?
Ridgemont Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgemont Elementary School located?
Ridgemont Elementary School is located in the Ridgemont neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Ridgemont.
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