Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert L Puster Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L Puster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Robert L Puster Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Robert L Puster Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert L Puster Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#101 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
60%
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
3%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lovejoy Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L Puster Elementary School's ranking?
Robert L Puster Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Robert L Puster Elementary School?
548 students attend Robert L Puster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Robert L Puster Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert L Puster Elementary School?
Robert L Puster Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert L Puster Elementary School offer ?
Robert L Puster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Robert L Puster Elementary School part of?
Robert L Puster Elementary School is part of Lovejoy Independent School District.
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