Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tarver Elementary School ranks in the top 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 60-64% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tarver Elementary serves the northern part of Laredo, TX, covering an approximate area of 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tarver Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tarver 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 Tarver Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Tarver Elementary School's ranking?
Tarver Elementary School is ranked #3177 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tarver Elementary School?
421 students attend Tarver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tarver Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarver Elementary School?
Tarver Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarver Elementary School offer ?
Tarver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tarver Elementary School part of?
Tarver Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarver Elementary School located?
Tarver Elementary School is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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