Serving 941 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nyos Lamar 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyos Lamar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nyos Lamar Elementary School's student population of 941 students has grown by 159% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 195% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Nyos Lamar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyos Lamar 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
#1559 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Nyos Lamar Elementary School's ranking?
Nyos Lamar Elementary School is ranked #1559 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nyos Lamar Elementary School?
941 students attend Nyos Lamar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nyos Lamar Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyos Lamar Elementary School?
Nyos Lamar Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nyos Lamar Elementary School offer ?
Nyos Lamar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nyos Lamar Elementary School part of?
Nyos Lamar Elementary School is part of Nyos Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Nyos Lamar Elementary School located?
Nyos Lamar Elementary School is located in the Park Central neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Park Central.
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