Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, La Porte 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: LA PORTE EL serves the northeast part of La Porte, TX, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Porte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Porte Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Porte Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Porte Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2379 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Porte Elementary School's ranking?
La Porte Elementary School is ranked #2379 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Porte Elementary School often compared to?
La Porte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Porte Elementary School?
503 students attend La Porte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of La Porte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Porte Elementary School?
La Porte Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Porte Elementary School offer ?
La Porte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is La Porte Elementary School part of?
La Porte Elementary School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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