Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, Vista Ridge Middle 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Vista Ridge Middle School's student population of 755 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Vista Ridge Middle 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 Vista Ridge Middle School is 0.78, 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
#4872 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Vista Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Vista Ridge Middle School is ranked #4872 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vista Ridge Middle School?
755 students attend Vista Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Vista Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Ridge Middle School?
Vista Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vista Ridge Middle School offer ?
Vista Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vista Ridge Middle School part of?
Vista Ridge Middle School is part of Keller Independent School District.
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