Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carmona-harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmona-harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carmona-harrison Elementary School's student population of 569 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmona-harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmona-harrison Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#6978 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmona-harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Carmona-harrison Elementary School is ranked #6978 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carmona-harrison Elementary School?
569 students attend Carmona-harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Carmona-harrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmona-harrison Elementary School?
Carmona-harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carmona-harrison Elementary School offer ?
Carmona-harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carmona-harrison Elementary School part of?
Carmona-harrison Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmona-harrison Elementary School located?
Carmona-harrison Elementary School is located in the Jackson Mahon neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Jackson Mahon.
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