Serving 903 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamkin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamkin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lamkin Elementary School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Lamkin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamkin Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2727 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamkin Elementary School's ranking?
Lamkin Elementary School is ranked #2727 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lamkin Elementary School often compared to?
Lamkin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sampson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamkin Elementary School?
903 students attend Lamkin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lamkin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamkin Elementary School?
Lamkin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamkin Elementary School offer ?
Lamkin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lamkin Elementary School part of?
Lamkin Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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