Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Robert L Puster 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 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L Puster 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
Robert L Puster Elementary School's student population of 664 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert L Puster 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 Robert L Puster Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#138 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
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
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L Puster Elementary School's ranking?
Robert L Puster Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Robert L Puster Elementary School often compared to?
Robert L Puster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe V Hart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Robert L Puster Elementary School?
664 students attend Robert L Puster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Robert L Puster Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L Puster Elementary School?
Robert L Puster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert L Puster Elementary School offer ?
Robert L Puster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Robert L Puster Elementary School part of?
Robert L Puster Elementary School is part of Lovejoy ISD School District.
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