Laura Welch Bush El vs River Ridge El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laura Welch Bush El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
503 students
River Ridge El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
370 students
| Measure | Laura Welch Bush El Austin, Texas | River Ridge El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #12 of 4,686 | #6 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #335 of 50,301 | #184 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 503 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 503 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.2% | 2.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 84% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Ridge El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.0 vs 92.6).
- •Laura Welch Bush El does better on math proficiency (86% vs 84%).
- •River Ridge El does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 79%).
- •River Ridge El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.4% vs 4.2%).
- •River Ridge El does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.9).
- •Laura Welch Bush El is the larger school with 503 students compared with 370.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Laura Welch Bush El better than River Ridge El?
On the Success Index (US), River Ridge El ranks higher (94.0 vs 92.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Laura Welch Bush El and River Ridge El?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laura Welch Bush El: 503. River Ridge El: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laura Welch Bush El and River Ridge El rank in Texas?
Laura Welch Bush El is 12th of 4,686 and River Ridge El is 6th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).