Very Good
#3294 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 39% in state
Based on limited data
W L Higgins EL
Elementary School · NORTH LAMAR ISD
3130 N MAIN, Paris, TX 75460
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 13 schools in Paris. Learn more
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,294 of 8,552
In Paris
#7 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
NORTH LAMAR ISD
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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W L Higgins EL
Elementary School in Paris · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W L Higgins EL
W L Higgins EL is a public elementary school in Paris, TX, part of NORTH LAMAR ISD. W L Higgins EL serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W L Higgins EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,294 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How W L Higgins EL Compares
See how W L Higgins 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
3130 N MAIN, Paris, TX 75460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W L Higgins EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHISUM EL (rated 7.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AARON PARKER EL (rated 6.4/10, 8.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BLOSSOM EL (rated 6.4/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Blossom), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paris, see our Paris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH LAMAR INT Paris | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| FRANK STONE MIDDLE Paris | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTH LAMAR H S Paris | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LAMAR COUNTY HEAD START Paris | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| GIVENS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Paris | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Paris | 2.4 mi | — |
| AIKIN EL Paris | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paris | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CROCKETT INT Paris | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| JUSTISS EL Paris | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PARIS J H Paris | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| TRAVIS H S OF CHOICE Paris | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PARIS H S Paris | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CHISUM MIDDLE Paris | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| CHISUM EL Paris | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CHISUM H S Paris | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| AARON PARKER EL Paris | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BLOSSOM EL Blossom | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| PRAIRILAND H S Pattonville | 11.9 mi | 8.4 |
| PRAIRILAND J H Pattonville | 11.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,241
Median Home Value
$123,300
Median Rent
$895/mo
Population
23,717
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W L Higgins EL
What grades does W L Higgins EL serve?
W L Higgins EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend W L Higgins EL?
W L Higgins EL has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W L Higgins EL?
The student-teacher ratio at W L Higgins EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W L Higgins EL rank in TX?
W L Higgins EL ranks #3,294 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is W L Higgins EL's MySchoolScout rating?
W L Higgins 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.
Is W L Higgins EL a charter school?
No, W L Higgins EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W L Higgins EL a Title I school?
No, W L Higgins EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W L Higgins EL?
71.2% of students at W L Higgins 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lamar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (903) 737-2081
Resources & Links
District
NORTH LAMAR ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,372
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,600
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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