Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacy Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lacy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lacy Elementary School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lacy Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lacy Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2251 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacy Elementary School's ranking?
Lacy Elementary School is ranked #2251 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lacy Elementary School often compared to?
Lacy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Lowe Elementary School, Harper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lacy Elementary School?
670 students attend Lacy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lacy Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lacy Elementary School?
Lacy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lacy Elementary School offer ?
Lacy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lacy Elementary School part of?
Lacy Elementary School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 4/2/2008
My family has recently moved to Princeton, we have 2 children who attend Lacy- a kindergartner and a first grader. They love the school and their teachers. Personally, I have had a wonderful experience with the transition, as well as the children. Thank you Lacy for all you have done.
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