Serving 1,015 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Light Farms Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Light Farms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Light Farms Elementary School's student population of 1,015 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Light Farms Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Light Farms Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1795 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
62%
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
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Light Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Light Farms Elementary School is ranked #1795 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Light Farms Elementary School often compared to?
Light Farms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'dell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Light Farms Elementary School?
1,015 students attend Light Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Light Farms Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Light Farms Elementary School?
Light Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Light Farms Elementary School offer ?
Light Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Light Farms Elementary School part of?
Light Farms Elementary School is part of Prosper Independent School District.
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