Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leyendecker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leyendecker Elementary serves the northwest part of Laredo, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leyendecker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leyendecker Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Leyendecker Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leyendecker Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2994 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1996–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leyendecker Elementary School's ranking?
Leyendecker Elementary School is ranked #2994 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Leyendecker Elementary School?
406 students attend Leyendecker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Leyendecker Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leyendecker Elementary School?
Leyendecker Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leyendecker Elementary School offer ?
Leyendecker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leyendecker Elementary School part of?
Leyendecker Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Leyendecker Elementary School located?
Leyendecker Elementary School is located in the Western Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Western Division.
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