Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lively 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lively Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lively Elementary School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Lively Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lively Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#7591 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lively Elementary School's ranking?
Lively Elementary School is ranked #7591 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lively Elementary School often compared to?
Lively Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keyes Elementary School, Good Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lively Elementary School?
772 students attend Lively Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lively Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lively Elementary School?
Lively Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lively Elementary School offer ?
Lively Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lively Elementary School part of?
Lively Elementary School is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lively Elementary School located?
Lively Elementary School is located in the Plymoth Park neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Plymoth Park.
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