Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leo A Rizzuto 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 66% 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: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leo A Rizzuto 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 Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#888 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
34%
26%
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
49%
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 Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School's ranking?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is ranked #888 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School often compared to?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lomax Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School?
382 students attend Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School offer ?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School part of?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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