Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laureles 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laureles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laureles Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Laureles 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 Laureles Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2706 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
97%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laureles Elementary School's ranking?
Laureles Elementary School is ranked #2706 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Laureles Elementary School?
516 students attend Laureles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Laureles Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laureles Elementary School?
Laureles Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laureles Elementary School offer ?
Laureles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laureles Elementary School part of?
Laureles Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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