Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leon Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leon Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Instilling Pride, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Leon 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 Leon Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3990 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
56%
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
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon Elementary School's ranking?
Leon Elementary School is ranked #3990 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leon Elementary School often compared to?
Leon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo J High School, Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Leon Elementary School?
371 students attend Leon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Leon Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon Elementary School?
Leon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leon Elementary School offer ?
Leon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Leon Elementary School part of?
Leon Elementary School is part of Leon Independent School District.
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