Needs Improvement
#7761 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lee EL
Elementary School · IRVING ISD
1600 CARLISLE ST, Irving, TX 75062
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,761 of 8,552
In Irving
#39 of 52
public schools
In district
#24 of 36
IRVING ISD
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About Lee EL
Lee EL is a public elementary school in Irving, TX, part of IRVING ISD. Lee EL serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,761 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lee EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Lee 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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Lee EL — Students at Lee EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
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 Lee EL Compares
See how Lee 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
1600 CARLISLE ST, Irving, TX 75062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE SLOAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREAT HEARTS IRVING (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Irving | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BRANDENBURG EL Irving | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MACARTHUR H S Irving | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Irving | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JACK E SINGLEY ACADEMY Irving | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| WESLEYAN ACADEME Irving | 1.0 mi | — |
| FARINE EL Irving | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| THE SLOAN SCHOOL Irving | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| RADIANT STEM ACADEMY Irving | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| RADIANT STEM ACADEMY Irving | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH LAKE EARLY COLLEGE H S Irving | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| JOHNSTON EL Irving | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| JACKIE MAE TOWNSELL EL Irving | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Irving | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Irving | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CLIFTON EARLY CHILDHOOD Irving | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| LIVELY EL Irving | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (IRVING) Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| GREAT HEARTS IRVING Irving | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,792
Median Home Value
$254,500
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
52,756
College Educated
35.4%
Homeownership
44.1%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARNOLD EL San Antonio, TX | 3.8 |
| BARRICK EL Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Bastrop, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart, TX | 3.8 |
| BOWIE EL Greenville, TX | 3.8 |
| C C HARDY EL Willis, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee EL
What grades does Lee EL serve?
Lee EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lee EL?
Lee EL has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee EL is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee EL rank in TX?
Lee EL ranks #7,761 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lee EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lee EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lee EL a charter school?
No, Lee EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee EL a Title I school?
No, Lee EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee EL?
85.6% of students at Lee 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 660
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (972) 600-7800
Resources & Links
District
IRVING ISD- District Enrollment
- 31,485
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,187
- District Rank
- #24 of 36
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