Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary

Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary is a high-performing PK-5 school in the affluent community of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX, serving 821 students as part of the top-ranked Boerne Independent School District (Isd). This school consistently earns a 5-star rating and ranks in the top 10% of all Texas elementary schools, with a standout science program where 68.59% of 5th graders are proficient—a remarkable 132% higher than the state average. The school also excels at supporting its small population of economically disadvantaged students, ranking in the 99th percentile statewide, and its special education program is equally strong, ranking in the 98th percentile.

While Fair Oaks Ranch outperforms its district averages in reading and math for most grades, a notable "math gap" appears in 3rd grade, where only 56.74% of students are proficient compared to the district's 66.37%. This gap narrows in later grades, suggesting students catch up as they progress. The school is also highly efficient, spending $9,300 per student—less than nearby schools like Herff Elementary ($10,799) and Cibolo Creek Elementary ($10,964)—yet achieving higher overall rankings and test scores.

Compared to its closest rival, Van Raub Elementary (just 2 miles away in the same district), Fair Oaks Ranch holds a clear advantage in 5th grade science (68.59% vs. 54.33%). However, Van Raub has recently outperformed Fair Oaks Ranch in nearly every other subject, especially 3rd grade math (76.61% vs. 56.74%). This creates a healthy, competitive dynamic within the district, with Fair Oaks Ranch offering a particularly strong science foundation while Van Raub excels in all-around academics.