Serving 575 students in grades 1-4, Liberty-eylau Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty-eylau Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Liberty-eylau Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty-eylau Elementary 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 Liberty-eylau Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#6394 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
54%
13%
White
28%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty-eylau Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty-eylau Elementary School is ranked #6394 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Liberty-eylau Elementary School?
575 students attend Liberty-eylau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Liberty-eylau Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty-eylau Elementary School?
Liberty-eylau Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty-eylau Elementary School offer ?
Liberty-eylau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Liberty-eylau Elementary School part of?
Liberty-eylau Elementary School is part of Liberty-Eylau Independent School District.
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