Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lauro Cavazos Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lauro Cavazos Elementary serves the southern part of Odessa, TX, covering an area of approximately 160.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lauro Cavazos Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#7686 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lauro Cavazos Elementary School's ranking?
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School is ranked #7686 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lauro Cavazos Elementary School often compared to?
Lauro Cavazos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G E 'buddy' West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lauro Cavazos Elementary School?
614 students attend Lauro Cavazos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lauro Cavazos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lauro Cavazos Elementary School?
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lauro Cavazos Elementary School offer ?
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lauro Cavazos Elementary School part of?
Lauro Cavazos Elementary School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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