Serving 773 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Villita Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Villita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
La Villita Elementary School's student population of 773 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Villita Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Villita Elementary 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
#1634 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
59%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 La Villita Elementary School's ranking?
La Villita Elementary School is ranked #1634 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Villita Elementary School often compared to?
La Villita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Colinas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Villita Elementary School?
773 students attend La Villita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of La Villita Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Villita Elementary School?
La Villita Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Villita Elementary School offer ?
La Villita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Villita Elementary School part of?
La Villita Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is La Villita Elementary School located?
La Villita Elementary School is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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