Below Average
#6944 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cater EL
Elementary School · TEMPLE ISD
4111 LARK TRL, Temple, TX 76502
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,944 of 8,552
In Temple
#18 of 22
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
TEMPLE ISD
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Cater EL
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About Cater EL
Cater EL is a public elementary school in Temple, TX, part of TEMPLE ISD. Cater EL serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Cater EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,944 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cater EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Cater EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cater EL — Students at Cater EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Cater EL Compares
See how Cater EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4111 LARK TRL, Temple, TX 76502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cater EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHARTER OAK EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KENNEDY-POWELL EL (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| TAMRA LEARNING ACADEMY Temple | 0.8 mi | — |
| THORNTON EL Temple | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL Temple | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SCOTT EL Temple | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 1.7 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS(TEMPLE CAMPUS) Temple | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS Temple | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Temple | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| TEMPLE H S Temple | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temple | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CHARTER OAK EL Temple | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| JOE M PIRTLE EL Temple | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| TARVER EL Temple | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| RAYE-ALLEN EL Temple | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LAKE BELTON MIDDLE Temple | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,504
Median Home Value
$252,100
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
51,175
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETH YESHURUN DAY SCHOOL Houston, TX | 4.6 |
| CLEAR SPRING EL San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| COOK EL Austin, TX | 4.6 |
| EMELINE CARPENTER EL Nacogdoches, TX | 4.6 |
| HAMLIN COLLEGIATE EL Hamlin, TX | 4.6 |
| HARTSFIELD EL Houston, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cater EL
What grades does Cater EL serve?
Cater EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cater EL?
Cater EL has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cater EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cater EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cater EL rank in TX?
Cater EL ranks #6,944 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cater EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cater EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cater EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cater EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cater EL a charter school?
No, Cater EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cater EL a Title I school?
No, Cater EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cater EL?
78.3% of students at Cater EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (254) 215-7444
Resources & Links
District
TEMPLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,784
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,629
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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