Serving 55 students in grades 6-12, F S Lara Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F S Lara Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
F S Lara Academy's student population of 55 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of F S Lara Academy is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of F S Lara Academy?
The graduation rate of F S Lara Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend F S Lara Academy?
55 students attend F S Lara Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of F S Lara Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of F S Lara Academy?
F S Lara Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does F S Lara Academy offer ?
F S Lara Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is F S Lara Academy part of?
F S Lara Academy is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is F S Lara Academy located?
F S Lara Academy is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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