Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Las Colinas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Colinas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Las Colinas Elementary School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Colinas 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 Las Colinas Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2305 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Colinas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Colinas Elementary School is ranked #2305 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Las Colinas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Colinas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Villita Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Las Colinas Elementary School?
595 students attend Las Colinas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Las Colinas Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Colinas Elementary School?
Las Colinas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Las Colinas Elementary School offer ?
Las Colinas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Las Colinas Elementary School part of?
Las Colinas Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Colinas Elementary School located?
Las Colinas 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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