Serving 354 students in grades 2-5, Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2069 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School's ranking?
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School is ranked #2069 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School?
354 students attend Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School?
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School offer ?
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School part of?
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School is part of Maypearl Independent School District.
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