Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Los Fresnos Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 96% 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: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Fresnos Elementary serves the southwest portion of Los Fresnos, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Fresnos Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Fresnos 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 Los Fresnos Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2435 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
LFE is the place to be!
School Mascot
Lil' Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Fresnos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Fresnos Elementary School is ranked #2435 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Los Fresnos Elementary School?
549 students attend Los Fresnos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Los Fresnos Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Fresnos Elementary School?
Los Fresnos Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Los Fresnos Elementary School offer ?
Los Fresnos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Los Fresnos Elementary School part of?
Los Fresnos Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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