Serving 342 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 44%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Maypearl school district, covering approximately 79 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes around 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TRADITION ~ PRIDE ~ PURPOSE
School Rankings
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 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
#2255 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
66%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School's ranking?
Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School is ranked #2255 out of 8,096 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 44% 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?
342 students attend Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lorene Smith Kirkpatrick Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 18:1, which is higher than 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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