Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Place Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
River Place Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Place Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Place Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1549 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
46%
24%
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Place Elementary School's ranking?
River Place Elementary School is ranked #1549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend River Place Elementary School?
589 students attend River Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of River Place Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Place Elementary School?
River Place Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Place Elementary School offer ?
River Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Place Elementary School part of?
River Place Elementary School is part of Leander Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is River Place Elementary School located?
River Place Elementary School is located in the Riverplace neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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