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Below Average

#7887 of 8,547 schools in TX

Lamar EL

Elementary School · SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD

P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Del Rio

#16 of 16

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#4,124 of 4,678

In district

#14 of 14

SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD

About Lamar EL

Lamar Elementary is a regular public school in Del Rio, Texas, nestled in Val Verde County. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, Lamar has an enrollment of 546 students and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 18.2:1 with 30 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's academic performance places it at the 6th percentile among all Texas schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and an Academic Score of 3.0 out of 10.

In reading and math, students show 30% proficiency in ELA/Reading and 34% proficiency in Math across the grades. Lamar Elementary is situated in a remote town where community bonds are strong, providing a close-knit environment for both staff and students. With room for academic growth, Lamar focuses on student development and offers a supportive learning atmosphere for its young learners.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23%
Reading/ELA Proficiency24%
Overall Proficiency24%
Expected (poverty-adj.)26%
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.0Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,678

Lamar EL — Students at Lamar EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 34.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
24%

* 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 Lamar EL Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in TX
Academic
4.9/10
4.9/10
Growth
3.9/10
Below average
Environment
3.0/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers

Location

P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lamar EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET (rated 8.5/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR FERMIN CALDERON EL (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR LONNIE GREEN JR EL (rated 5.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Del Rio, see our Del Rio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SAN FELIPE MEMORIAL MIDDLE Del Rio 0.3 mi 4.2
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Del Rio 0.7 mi 4.6
DR FERMIN CALDERON EL Del Rio 1.0 mi 5.4
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Del Rio 1.0 mi 5.2
DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio 1.1 mi 5.9
GARFIELD EL Del Rio 1.1 mi 5.0
BLENDED ACADEMY Del Rio 1.2 mi 5.0
RUBEN CHAVIRA EL Del Rio 1.8 mi 4.1
IRENE C CARDWELL EL Del Rio 2.1 mi 5.0
DEL RIO H S Del Rio 2.6 mi 4.9
DEL RIO EARLY COLLEGE H S Del Rio 2.8 mi 5.3
PREMIER H S OF DEL RIO Lewisville 3.0 mi 7.1
DR LONNIE GREEN JR EL Del Rio 3.0 mi 5.4
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio 3.3 mi 6.1
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO Del Rio 3.8 mi 5.1
BUENA VISTA EL Del Rio 3.9 mi 5.0
CENIZA HILLS EL Del Rio 4.3 mi 4.6
ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET Del Rio 5.5 mi 8.5
COMSTOCK SCHOOL Comstock 28.1 mi 6.7
BRACKETT H S Brackettville 28.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

0

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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 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL is 18.2:1. 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 is ranked #7887 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Lamar EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Lamar EL has a composite rating of 4.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lamar EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lamar EL has 34.5% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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?

88.8% 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,462/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Del Rio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Val Verde County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
District Enrollment
9,907
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,076
District Rank
#14 of 14

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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