Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Leakey 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leakey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Leakey School's student population of 368 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leakey 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 Leakey School is 0.52, 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
#4560 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leakey School's ranking?
Leakey School is ranked #4560 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leakey School?
The graduation rate of Leakey School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Leakey School?
368 students attend Leakey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Leakey School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leakey School?
Leakey School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leakey School offer ?
Leakey School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Leakey School part of?
Leakey School is part of Leakey Independent School District.
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