Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irma Dru Hutchison 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irma Dru Hutchison 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
#2016 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
31%
13%
White
11%
24%
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
47%
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 Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School's ranking?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School is ranked #2016 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School often compared to?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, H F Mcneill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School?
543 students attend Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School offer ?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School part of?
Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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