Serving 662 students in grades 1-5, Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 662 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#4502 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #4502 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School?
662 students attend Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Ferris Independent School District.
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