Serving 534 students in grades 1-5, Lucy Mae Mcdonald 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 40% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3980 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #3980 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School?
534 students attend Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Ferris ISD School District.
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