Serving 929 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larkspur Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larkspur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Larkspur Elementary School's student population of 929 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larkspur Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larkspur Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3582 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larkspur Elementary School's ranking?
Larkspur Elementary School is ranked #3582 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Larkspur Elementary School?
929 students attend Larkspur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Larkspur Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larkspur Elementary School?
Larkspur Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Larkspur Elementary School offer ?
Larkspur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Larkspur Elementary School part of?
Larkspur Elementary School is part of Leander ISD School District.
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