Below Average
#6834 of 8,552 schools in TX
Orr EL
Elementary School · TYLER ISD
3350 PINE HAVEN RD, Tyler, TX 75702
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,834 of 8,552
In Tyler
#34 of 38
public schools
In district
#24 of 25
TYLER ISD
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Orr EL
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About Orr EL
Orr EL is a public elementary school in Tyler, TX, part of TYLER ISD. Orr EL serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orr EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,834 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Orr EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Orr EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Orr 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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Orr EL — Students at Orr EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
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: 6.1/10.
How Orr EL Compares
See how Orr 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
3350 PINE HAVEN RD, Tyler, TX 75702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orr EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIRDWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BONNER EL (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tyler, see our Tyler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOULTER MIDDLE Tyler | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| TYLER H S Tyler | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| RAMEY EL Tyler | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF TYLER Lewisville | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| T J AUSTIN EL Tyler | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| JONES EL Tyler | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| DIXIE EL Tyler | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PROMISE ACADEMY Tyler | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| GRIFFIN EL Tyler | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PEETE EL Tyler | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| TYLER ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Tyler | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ALVIN V ANDERSON RISE ACADEMY Tyler | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| DOUGLAS EL Tyler | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY Tyler | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Tyler | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Tyler | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BONNER EL Tyler | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Tyler | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BELL EL Tyler | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,177
Median Home Value
$99,700
Median Rent
$906/mo
Population
28,095
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orr EL
What grades does Orr EL serve?
Orr EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Orr EL?
Orr EL has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orr EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Orr EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orr EL rank in TX?
Orr EL ranks #6,834 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Orr EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Orr EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Orr EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orr EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orr EL a charter school?
No, Orr EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orr EL a Title I school?
No, Orr EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orr EL?
93.8% of students at Orr 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Smith County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (903) 262-2400
Resources & Links
District
TYLER ISD- District Enrollment
- 18,304
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,184
- District Rank
- #24 of 25
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