Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmer-laakso 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 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 97% 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: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmer-Laakso Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Los Fresnos school district, encompassing approximately 319.7 square miles. This area generally allows for a typical 20-30 minute drive to the school, with its furthest edge located about 30.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer-laakso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palmer-laakso Elementary School's student population of 582 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmer-laakso 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 Palmer-laakso Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1178 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
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 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer-laakso Elementary School's ranking?
Palmer-laakso Elementary School is ranked #1178 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Palmer-laakso Elementary School?
582 students attend Palmer-laakso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Palmer-laakso Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer-laakso Elementary School?
Palmer-laakso Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmer-laakso Elementary School offer ?
Palmer-laakso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palmer-laakso Elementary School part of?
Palmer-laakso Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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