Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Don Carter Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Carter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Don Carter Elementary School's student population of 758 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Don Carter Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Carter Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#456 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lamar CISD School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Carter Elementary School's ranking?
Don Carter Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Don Carter Elementary School often compared to?
Don Carter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manford Williams Elementary School, Cora Thomas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Don Carter Elementary School?
758 students attend Don Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Don Carter Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Carter Elementary School?
Don Carter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don Carter Elementary School offer ?
Don Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Don Carter Elementary School part of?
Don Carter Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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