Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Colinas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Colinas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Las Colinas Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Colinas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Colinas Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#2274 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
42%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
12%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Colinas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Colinas Elementary School is ranked #2274 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Las Colinas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Colinas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Villita Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Las Colinas Elementary School?
535 students attend Las Colinas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Las Colinas Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Colinas Elementary School?
Las Colinas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Las Colinas Elementary School offer ?
Las Colinas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Colinas Elementary School part of?
Las Colinas Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD School District.
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