Ridgeview Middle

Ridgeview Middle in Round Rock, TX, is a high-performing public school serving 1,249 students in grades 6-8 as part of the highly-rated Round Rock Independent School District (Isd). This school consistently ranks in the top 10% of all Texas middle schools, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, and stands out as a clear academic leader in its area.

Ridgeview’s academic performance is exceptional across the board, particularly in advanced math. An impressive 93-98% of its 8th graders taking Algebra I score proficient or higher, which is nearly 30 percentage points above the district average and 40 points above the state average. This elite performance far exceeds nearby schools like Chisholm Trail Middle (76th percentile) and Hopewell Middle (70th percentile), and dramatically outpaces Pflugerville Middle (35th percentile) and C D Fulkes Middle (13th percentile). Ridgeview also excels in supporting its Special Education students, who rank in the 94th percentile statewide—a remarkable achievement that sets it apart from many schools. While the school’s overall performance is stellar, it faces a challenge with its Low Socio-Economic Status students, who rank lower at the 65th percentile, indicating an equity gap to address.

An interesting finding is that Ridgeview’s success is not tied to high spending; it spends the least per student ($8,140) among nearby schools, while lower-performing schools like Pfc Robert P Hernandez Middle spend significantly more ($11,249). This suggests Ridgeview’s strength comes from effective instruction and a supportive community. Additionally, a common challenge across the region is a sharp drop in 7th-grade math proficiency, which Ridgeview shares with other schools, but its 8th-grade scores rebound strongly due to its advanced Algebra I program. For parents, Ridgeview offers a top-tier education with a strong focus on academic excellence and targeted support for diverse learners.