Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School is 0.76, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1870 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School's ranking?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School is ranked #1870 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School often compared to?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, H F Mcneill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School?
568 students attend Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School offer ?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School part of?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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