Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, River Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River Bend Elementary School's student population of 519 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
River Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bend Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
23%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
47%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Elementary School's ranking?
River Bend Elementary School is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are River Bend Elementary School often compared to?
River Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Knoll Elementary School, Forest Ridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend River Bend Elementary School?
519 students attend River Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of River Bend Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Elementary School?
River Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Bend Elementary School offer ?
River Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is River Bend Elementary School part of?
River Bend Elementary School is part of College Station Independent School District.
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