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Lamar EL

Elementary School · GOOSE CREEK CISD

P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,492 of 8,552

In Baytown

#12 of 30

public schools

In district

#12 of 30

GOOSE CREEK CISD

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Lamar EL

5.6/10

Elementary School in Baytown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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About Lamar EL

Lamar EL is a public elementary school in Baytown, TX, part of GOOSE CREEK CISD. Lamar EL serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lamar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lamar EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,521
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Lamar EL — Students at Lamar EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
50.2%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
30%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Lamar EL Compares

See how Lamar EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in TX
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lamar EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALAMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ASHBEL SMITH EL Baytown 0.7 mi 4.7
CARVER EL Baytown 0.8 mi 4.4
PETER E HYLAND CENTER Baytown 0.8 mi 4.7
IMPACT EARLY COLLEGE H S Baytown 0.8 mi 6.5
STUART CAREER TECH H S Baytown 1.2 mi 6.3
HORACE MANN J H Baytown 1.2 mi 4.9
LEE H S Baytown 1.2 mi 5.5
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown 1.4 mi 6.4
DE ZAVALA EL Baytown 1.4 mi 3.2
JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown 1.4 mi 4.8
STERLING H S Baytown 2.2 mi 6.2
SAN JACINTO EL Baytown 2.0 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baytown 2.2 mi 6.7
SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown 2.5 mi
CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown 2.3 mi 5.5
CROCKETT EL Baytown 2.6 mi 7.1
BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown 3.1 mi 6.4
STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown 3.0 mi 5.0
GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown 3.6 mi
ALAMO EL Baytown 3.8 mi 7.3

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CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas, TX 5.6
COPPERFIELD EL Austin, TX 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lamar EL

What grades does Lamar EL serve?

Lamar EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lamar EL?

Lamar EL has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lamar EL rank in TX?

Lamar EL ranks #5,492 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lamar EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Lamar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Lamar EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lamar EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lamar EL a charter school?

No, Lamar EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lamar EL a Title I school?

No, Lamar EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lamar EL?

87.6% of students at Lamar 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

GOOSE CREEK CISD
District Enrollment
24,108
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,521
District Rank
#12 of 30

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