Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tom Lea Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 86% 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: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School 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 Tom Lea Jr Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2364 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Tom Lea Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School is ranked #2364 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tom Lea Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Innovation - El Paso by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tom Lea Jr Elementary School?
809 students attend Tom Lea Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tom Lea Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tom Lea Jr Elementary School?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tom Lea Jr Elementary School offer ?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tom Lea Jr Elementary School part of?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tom Lea Jr Elementary School located?
Tom Lea Jr Elementary School is located in the Irvin neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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