Serving 541 students in grades 1-3, Velma Penny Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Velma Penny Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Velma Penny Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Velma Penny Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Velma Penny Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#297 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
69%
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
42%
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 Velma Penny Elementary School's ranking?
Velma Penny Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Velma Penny Elementary School often compared to?
Velma Penny Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Velma Penny Elementary School?
541 students attend Velma Penny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Velma Penny Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Velma Penny Elementary School?
Velma Penny Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Velma Penny Elementary School offer ?
Velma Penny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Velma Penny Elementary School part of?
Velma Penny Elementary School is part of Lindale Independent School District.
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