Very Good
#2559 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Herty Pri
Elementary School · LUFKIN ISD
2804 PAUL AVE, Lufkin, TX 75901
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 14 schools in Lufkin. Learn more
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,559 of 8,552
In Lufkin
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 14
LUFKIN ISD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Herty Pri
Herty Pri is a public elementary school in Lufkin, TX, part of LUFKIN ISD. Herty Pri serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Herty Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,559 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Herty Pri 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Herty Pri Compares
See how Herty Pri performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2804 PAUL AVE, Lufkin, TX 75901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herty Pri may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRANDON EL (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DUNBAR PRI (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lufkin, see our Lufkin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUFKIN H S Lufkin | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| COSTON EL Lufkin | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lufkin | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Lufkin | 2.3 mi | — |
| DUNBAR PRI Lufkin | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SPECIAL SERVICES Lufkin | 2.3 mi | — |
| GARRETT PRI Lufkin | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| LUFKIN MIDDLE Lufkin | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| BURLEY PRI Lufkin | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| KURTH PRI Lufkin | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SLACK EL Lufkin | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TOTS ON THE MOVE CHILD EDUCATION CENTER Lufkin | 2.6 mi | — |
| BRANDON EL Lufkin | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| PINEYWOODS COMMUNITY ACADEMY H S Lufkin | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| SARAH STRINDEN EL Lufkin | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DR TERRY ROBBINS MIDDLE Lufkin | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| TROUT PRI Lufkin | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| STUBBLEFIELD LRN CTR Lufkin | 4.5 mi | — |
| STUBBLEFIELD LRN CTR Lufkin | 4.5 mi | — |
| STUBBLEFIELD LRN CTR Lufkin | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,083
Median Home Value
$163,600
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
28,602
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herty Pri
What grades does Herty Pri serve?
Herty Pri serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Herty Pri?
Herty Pri has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herty Pri?
The student-teacher ratio at Herty Pri is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herty Pri rank in TX?
Herty Pri ranks #2,559 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Herty Pri's MySchoolScout rating?
Herty Pri has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Herty Pri a charter school?
No, Herty Pri is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herty Pri a Title I school?
No, Herty Pri is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herty Pri?
93.2% of students at Herty Pri 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Angelina County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (936) 639-2241
Resources & Links
District
LUFKIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,046
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,634
- District Rank
- #3 of 14
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