Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parsons Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parsons Elementary serves the southern part of Lubbock, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone edges and a maximum distance of 0.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parsons Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Parsons Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parsons Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parsons Elementary School's ranking?
Parsons Elementary School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Parsons Elementary School often compared to?
Parsons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Parsons Elementary School?
387 students attend Parsons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Parsons Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parsons Elementary School?
Parsons Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parsons Elementary School offer ?
Parsons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Parsons Elementary School part of?
Parsons Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Parsons Elementary School located?
Parsons Elementary School is located in the Caprock neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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