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William Velasquez EL
Elementary School · LAMAR CISD
402 MACEK RD, Richmond, TX 77469
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,363 of 8,552
In Richmond
#32 of 38
public schools
In district
#33 of 44
LAMAR CISD
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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William Velasquez EL
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About William Velasquez EL
William Velasquez EL is a public elementary school in Richmond, TX, part of LAMAR CISD. William Velasquez EL serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William Velasquez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,363 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for William Velasquez EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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William Velasquez EL — Students at William Velasquez EL score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
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: 4.3/10.
How William Velasquez EL Compares
See how William Velasquez 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
402 MACEK RD, Richmond, TX 77469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Velasquez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE EL (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALKER STATION EL (rated 8.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Sugar Land), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DON CARTER EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUSANNA DICKINSON EL Sugar Land | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| READING JH Richmond | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GEORGE RANCH H S Richmond | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| BESS CAMPBELL EL Sugar Land | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| MEMORIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 2.5 mi | — |
| KNILE CENTER LLC Richmond | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MANFORD WILLIAMS EL Richmond | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| DON CARTER EL Richmond | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| IRMA DRU HUTCHISON EL Richmond | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SARTARTIA MIDDLE Sugar Land | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CORNERSTONE EL Sugar Land | 3.7 mi | 8.8 |
| BRAZOS BEND EL Sugar Land | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| FORT SETTLEMENT MIDDLE Sugar Land | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SUG: SUGAR LAND Sugar Land | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW TERRITORY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CLEMENTS H S Sugar Land | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| WALKER STATION EL Sugar Land | 4.3 mi | 8.7 |
| RIVERBEND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sugar Land | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PHELAN EL Richmond | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CORA THOMAS EL Richmond | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,546
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,675/mo
Population
65,159
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ATHERTON EL Arlington, TX | 5.7 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Dallas, TX | 5.7 |
| BAY EL Seabrook, TX | 5.7 |
| BOWIE PRI Sulphur Springs, TX | 5.7 |
| BREEDEN EL Brownsville, TX | 5.7 |
| C STAINKE EL Donna, TX | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Velasquez EL
What grades does William Velasquez EL serve?
William Velasquez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William Velasquez EL?
William Velasquez EL has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Velasquez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at William Velasquez 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 William Velasquez EL rank in TX?
William Velasquez EL ranks #5,363 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is William Velasquez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
William Velasquez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 William Velasquez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Velasquez EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Velasquez EL a charter school?
No, William Velasquez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Velasquez EL a Title I school?
No, William Velasquez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Velasquez EL?
60.1% of students at William Velasquez 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (832) 223-2600
Resources & Links
District
LAMAR CISD- District Enrollment
- 44,512
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,664
- District Rank
- #33 of 44
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