Serving 729 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lizzie Curtis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School's student population of 729 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lizzie Curtis Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#2684 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lizzie Curtis Elementary School's ranking?
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School is ranked #2684 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lizzie Curtis Elementary School often compared to?
Lizzie Curtis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haslet Elementary School, Iltexas Keller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lizzie Curtis Elementary School?
729 students attend Lizzie Curtis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Lizzie Curtis Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lizzie Curtis Elementary School?
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lizzie Curtis Elementary School offer ?
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lizzie Curtis Elementary School part of?
Lizzie Curtis Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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