Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: LEO RIZZUTO EL serves the west part of La Porte, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging all students in partnership with family and community to become informed, compassionate, global citizens.
School Rankings
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#918 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School's ranking?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School often compared to?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lomax Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School?
299 students attend Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School offer ?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School part of?
Leo A Rizzuto Elementary School is part of La Porte Independent School District.
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