Serving 1,011 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas R Culver 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 60% (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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas R Culver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas R Culver Elementary School's student population of 1,011 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas R Culver 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 Thomas R Culver Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1584 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Thomas R Culver Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas R Culver Elementary School is ranked #1584 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 Thomas R Culver Elementary School?
1,011 students attend Thomas R Culver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Thomas R Culver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas R Culver Elementary School?
Thomas R Culver Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas R Culver Elementary School offer ?
Thomas R Culver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas R Culver Elementary School part of?
Thomas R Culver Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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