Serving 224 students in grades 1-2, East Ridge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Ridge Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Ridge Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?
224 students attend East Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of East Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Elementary School?
East Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Ridge Elementary School offer ?
East Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is East Ridge Elementary School part of?
East Ridge Elementary School is part of Sweetwater Independent School District.
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