Serving 774 students in grades 5-6, Mary Lillard I S 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 56% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Lillard I S ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Lillard I S's student population of 774 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Lillard I S 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 Mary Lillard I S 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
#2187 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
20%
26%
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
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Lillard I S's ranking?
Mary Lillard I S is ranked #2187 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mary Lillard I S often compared to?
Mary Lillard I Sis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Orr Intermediate School, Asa E Low Jr Intermediate 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mary Lillard I S?
774 students attend Mary Lillard I S.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mary Lillard I S students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Lillard I S?
Mary Lillard I S has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Lillard I S offer ?
Mary Lillard I S offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Mary Lillard I S part of?
Mary Lillard I S is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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