Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard J Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard J Lee Elementary serves the southern part of Coppell, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard J Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard J Lee Elementary School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard J Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard J Lee Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#265 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
86%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard J Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Richard J Lee Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richard J Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Richard J Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Richard J Lee Elementary School?
663 students attend Richard J Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Richard J Lee Elementary School students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard J Lee Elementary School?
Richard J Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard J Lee Elementary School offer ?
Richard J Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richard J Lee Elementary School part of?
Richard J Lee Elementary School is part of Coppell Independent School District.
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