Very Good
#3192 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
O'hara Lanier EL
Elementary School · BRAZOSPORT ISD
P O DRAWER Z, Freeport, TX 77541
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,192 of 8,552
In Freeport
#9 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 17
BRAZOSPORT ISD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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O'hara Lanier EL
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About O'hara Lanier EL
O'hara Lanier EL is a public elementary school in Freeport, TX, part of BRAZOSPORT ISD. O'hara Lanier EL serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. O'hara Lanier EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for O'hara Lanier EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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O'hara Lanier EL — Students at O'hara Lanier EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
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: 6.8/10.
How O'hara Lanier EL Compares
See how O'hara Lanier 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
P O DRAWER Z, Freeport, TX 77541
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'hara Lanier EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLADYS POLK EL (rated 8.7/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is O M ROBERTS EL (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRIFFITH EL (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRAZOSPORT H S Freeport | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| FREEPORT INT Freeport | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| FREEPORT EL Freeport | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| CLUTE INT Freeport | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BRAZOS HARBOR Clute | 4.5 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - DAEP Freeport | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - JJAEP Freeport | 4.5 mi | — |
| T W OGG EL Freeport | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BRAZOSWOOD H S Freeport | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| O M ROBERTS EL Freeport | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
| GRIFFITH EL Freeport | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| A P BEUTEL EL Freeport | 6.2 mi | 7.8 |
| S F AUSTIN EL Freeport | 5.9 mi | 6.4 |
| BRAZOSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Jackson | 6.6 mi | 8.1 |
| GLADYS POLK EL Freeport | 7.4 mi | 8.7 |
| RASCO MIDDLE Freeport | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BRAZOS SUCCESS ACADEMY Freeport | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE JACKSON INT Freeport | 7.3 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richwood | 7.9 mi | 7.2 |
| FOUNDATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lake Jackson | 7.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,513
Median Home Value
$162,800
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
16,574
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'hara Lanier EL
What grades does O'hara Lanier EL serve?
O'hara Lanier EL serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend O'hara Lanier EL?
O'hara Lanier EL has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'hara Lanier EL?
The student-teacher ratio at O'hara Lanier EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'hara Lanier EL rank in TX?
O'hara Lanier EL ranks #3,192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is O'hara Lanier EL's MySchoolScout rating?
O'hara Lanier EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 O'hara Lanier EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'hara Lanier EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O'hara Lanier EL a charter school?
No, O'hara Lanier EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'hara Lanier EL a Title I school?
No, O'hara Lanier EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'hara Lanier EL?
92.6% of students at O'hara Lanier 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Brazoria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (979) 730-7220
Resources & Links
District
BRAZOSPORT ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,357
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,088
- District Rank
- #9 of 17
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