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Leander Independent School District

Vista Ridge High School

#6 in Best Public High Schools in Williamson County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Cedar Park, TX
  • 513 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Vista Ridge High School is a highly rated, public school located in Cedar Park, TX. It has 2,357 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 89% of students are at least proficient in math and 83% in reading.
    Address
    200 S Vista Rdg
    Cedar Park, TX 78613
    Telephone
    (512) 570-1800
    Website
    leanderisd.org

    Vista Ridge High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    83%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    89%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1220
    499 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    276 responses
    AP Enrollment
    37%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A-
    Median Household Income
    $96,612
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,259
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $258,200
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    85%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.59 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.59 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 255 responses
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    • Football games
      20%
    • Pep Rallies
      17%
    • Ranger Time.
      13%
    • Prom
      11%
    • Homecoming
      10%
    • Thanksgiving Lunch
      7%
    • Ranger stomp
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,357
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    16%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.69 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.69 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.69 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $47,351
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.8%
    57%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.80 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.80 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.80 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,548/ year
    National
    $12,239
    90%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.84 responses
    48%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.84 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.84 responses
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    Vista Ridge High School Reviews

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    I really enjoyed how many of the teachers I had through my high school life were kind, social able with students, and usually concerned about student needs or help. I've only heard stories of other "mean" teachers, but in the end I still believe they've just been misunderstood or just want whats right for their class. On average, there's little to no bullying witnessed around the school and a lot of students are successful in their time here. On a downside, the maintenance of the school isn't the best at times. Usually it's issues with technology, or restroom repair. In addition, students appear to be disrespectful towards teachers, but still keep to themselves. There's still plenty of great opportunities offered around the campus by teachers, students, and the school itself. I'd say it is a great school even if it does have some imperfections.
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    Just like any other high school you'll have the drama and chaotic environment but I personally loved almost all my teachers! If there was one thing I would like to be changed it would be to allow a student survey of their teachers at the end of the semester, some teachers just didn't really teach and I ended up mostly teaching myself certain courses. Aside from that though, there were many times to form study groups and collaborative opportunities to get through even the toughest of classes!
    For a school that had a class of around 2,000 students when I graduated, the faculty & staff did a decent job at keeping us all organized and in check. Overall, I felt like the school had a safe and relaxed environment. My only suggestions for this school would be to change the schedule to a non-block schedule, have pep rallies in the afternoon, and push more towards community in the school. It was so easy to feel so alone in Vista Ridge and I think that's because of the lack of a community. My first high school had themes for spirit weeks like "clash of the classes" where each class wore a special color for one day and they'd play against different classes in the games at pep rallies. There were also more senior class events and a senior class trip at the end of the school year which made a greater sense of community and connectedness.