Summary:
The La Vernia Independent School District (Isd) is home to two elementary-level schools—La Vernia Intermediate (serving grades 3-5) and La Vernia Pri (serving Pre-K through 2nd grade)—that together form a highly effective educational pipeline in a well-regarded Texas district ranked in the top 16% statewide.
La Vernia Intermediate stands out as the district’s academic leader, consistently outperforming state averages in every subject and grade level tested. Its strongest relative performance is in 5th Grade Science, where 47.64% of students are proficient—nearly 61% higher than the state average of 29.57%. The school also shows stable, high performance over time, with its statewide percentile rank holding steady between the 77th and 78th percentile across three school years. Meanwhile, La Vernia Pri serves as the foundational school, handling early childhood education for 822 students with a slightly lower student-teacher ratio (20.2:1) and marginally higher per-student spending ($8,916 vs. $8,839 at the Intermediate school). Both schools serve a similar community, with about 32% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, indicating a consistent and relatively low level of economic disadvantage across the elementary population.
A key takeaway is the seamless feeder pattern: students who start at La Vernia Pri arrive at La Vernia Intermediate well-prepared to exceed state benchmarks. The only potential area for focus is 4th Grade Reading, where proficiency (54.86%) is the lowest among all subjects and grades, though it still slightly surpasses the state average. Overall, the district’s efficient use of resources and strong academic results make these schools a reliable choice for families seeking a well-rounded, high-performing elementary education.
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