Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Joe V Hart Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe V Hart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Joe V Hart Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Joe V Hart Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe V Hart Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#158 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
13%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
69%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe V Hart Elementary School's ranking?
Joe V Hart Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joe V Hart Elementary School often compared to?
Joe V Hart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L Puster Elementary School, Sloan Creek Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joe V Hart Elementary School?
530 students attend Joe V Hart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Joe V Hart Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe V Hart Elementary School?
Joe V Hart Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joe V Hart Elementary School offer ?
Joe V Hart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Joe V Hart Elementary School part of?
Joe V Hart Elementary School is part of Lovejoy Independent School District.
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