Lawrence E. Elkins High School, more commonly known as Elkins High School is a comprehensive public high school in Missouri City, Texas, that serves communities in Sugar Land and Missouri City. The school, which handles grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Fort Bend Independent School District.
Serving 2,718 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence E Elkins High 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence E Elkins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence E Elkins High School's student population of 2,718 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Motto
'Inspire. Equip. Imagine.'
School Rankings
Lawrence E Elkins High 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 Lawrence E Elkins High School is 0.71, 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
#2004 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence E Elkins High School's ranking?
Lawrence E Elkins High School is ranked #2004 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lawrence E Elkins High School often compared to?
Lawrence E Elkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clements High School, Ridge Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence E Elkins High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence E Elkins High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lawrence E Elkins High School?
2,718 students attend Lawrence E Elkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lawrence E Elkins High School students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence E Elkins High School?
Lawrence E Elkins High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawrence E Elkins High School offer ?
Lawrence E Elkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence E Elkins High School part of?
Lawrence E Elkins High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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