Herty Primary

2804 Paul Ave
Lufkin, TX 75901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Herty Primary serves 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 276 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Herty Primary serves the northeast part of Lufkin, TX, covering an area of approximately 33.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 9.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Herty Primary's student population of 276 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
276 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

The diversity score of Herty Primary is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
46%
54%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Black
30%
13%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

White
18%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
82%
0.67

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
33.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%

Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Herty Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Herty Primary often compared to?
Herty Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Dunbar Primary, Burley Primary by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Herty Primary?
276 students attend Herty Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Herty Primary students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herty Primary?
Herty Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herty Primary offer ?
Herty Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Herty Primary part of?
Herty Primary is part of Lufkin Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 276 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Herty Primary serves the northeast part of Lufkin, TX, covering an area of approximately 33.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 9.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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