Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marcy B Lykins Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School's student population of 809 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcy B Lykins Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1486 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Marcy B Lykins Elementary School's ranking?
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School is ranked #1486 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Marcy B Lykins Elementary School often compared to?
Marcy B Lykins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'dell Elementary School, Light Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Marcy B Lykins Elementary School?
809 students attend Marcy B Lykins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Marcy B Lykins Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcy B Lykins Elementary School?
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marcy B Lykins Elementary School offer ?
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marcy B Lykins Elementary School part of?
Marcy B Lykins Elementary School is part of Celina Independent School District.
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