Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 660 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Lee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#7356 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Elementary School is ranked #7356 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
660 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the Arts District neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Arts District.
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