Serving 444 students in grades 4-5, Jack Lummus Intermediate 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Lummus Intermediate School's student population of 444 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack Lummus Intermediate 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 Jack Lummus Intermediate School is 0.61, 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
#4996 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
33%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Lummus Intermediate School's ranking?
Jack Lummus Intermediate School is ranked #4996 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jack Lummus Intermediate School often compared to?
Jack Lummus Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorie Miller Intermediate School, Avalon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jack Lummus Intermediate School?
444 students attend Jack Lummus Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jack Lummus Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack Lummus Intermediate School?
Jack Lummus Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jack Lummus Intermediate School offer ?
Jack Lummus Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Jack Lummus Intermediate School part of?
Jack Lummus Intermediate School is part of Ennis Independent School District.
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