RALPH PFLUGER EL

www.hayscisd.net

779 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Ralph Pfluger Elementary is a public school located in Buda, Texas, serving students as part of the Hays Consolidated Independent School District (Hays CISD). Named after a longtime Hays County resident and dedicated community leader, the school reflects the district’s commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The campus is designed to serve a growing suburban population, emphasizing foundational education while promoting character development and academic achievement for elementary-aged children.

As part of the Hays CISD community, Ralph Pfluger Elementary integrates modern educational technology with a curriculum focused on preparing students for future success. The school places a high value on parent and community involvement, encouraging a collaborative atmosphere between families and faculty. With a focus on inclusive learning and social-emotional growth, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop both their academic skills and their roles as responsible members of the Buda community.

779

Total Students

53.9

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RALPH PFLUGER EL
Demographic	Student Count
White	167
Hispanic	505
Black	42
Asian	22
Two or More	42
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
505 (64.8%)
White
167 (21.4%)
Black
42 (5.4%)
Two or More
42 (5.4%)
Asian
22 (2.8%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	HAYS CISD
Phone:	(512)268-8510
Website:	http://www.hayscisd.net
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	779
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	53.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	295
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	75

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 61

Kindergarten 99

Grade 1 125

Grade 2 119

Grade 3 116

Grade 4 130

Grade 5 129

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RALPH PFLUGER EL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	61
Kindergarten	99
Grade 1	125
Grade 2	119
Grade 3	116
Grade 4	130
Grade 5	129

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RALPH PFLUGER EL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	399	51.2%
Male	380	48.8%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)