Serving 409 students in grades 3-5, Lorena 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lorena El's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lorena school district, covering approximately 61.2 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone being 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorena 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
Lorena Elementary School's student population of 409 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
409 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Lorena 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 Lorena Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#987 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 1989)
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Black
2%
13%
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White
78%
24%
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Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorena Elementary School's ranking?
Lorena Elementary School is ranked #987 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lorena Elementary School often compared to?
Lorena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodway Elementary School, Castleman Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lorena Elementary School?
409 students attend Lorena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lorena Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorena Elementary School?
Lorena Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lorena Elementary School offer ?
Lorena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lorena Elementary School part of?
Lorena Elementary School is part of Lorena Independent School District.
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