Summary
Tamarron Elementary is a large, mid-to-high performing school in Katy, TX, serving 1,167 students in grades PK through 5 within the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District. The school has shown consistent improvement over the past five years, climbing to the 81st percentile statewide and earning a stable 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. What makes Tamarron stand out is its ability to achieve strong academic results while serving a student population where 44% qualify for free or reduced lunch, a significantly higher rate than many nearby schools. For example, nearby Ray And Jamie Wolman Elementary (18.9%) and James E Randolph Elementary (8.2%) in the Katy Independent School District (Isd) serve more affluent populations, yet Tamarron still ranks in the top 20% of Texas elementary schools.
The school excels in several key areas. Its Hispanic and African American students perform exceptionally well, ranking in the 88th and 81st percentiles statewide, respectively, outpacing the school's overall rank. Additionally, Tamarron has made a dramatic turnaround for its Special Education students, jumping from the 21st percentile in 2023-2024 to the 60th percentile in 2025-2026, a 39-point improvement that suggests effective new interventions. The school also boasts a highly effective bilingual program, with 3rd and 4th graders taking the Spanish Reading test significantly outperforming both district and state averages. However, 3rd Grade Math (English version) remains a persistent weakness, with only 43.8% of students proficient in 2025-2026, below the district average of 55%.
Despite its strong performance, Tamarron is surrounded by a cluster of 5-star schools from Katy ISD, such as Campbell Elementary and Fred And Patti Shafer Elementary, which rank in the 96th-98th percentile. This can create a perception that Tamarron is "average" when it is actually a well-above-average school in a pocket of exceptionally high-performing schools. Science scores for 5th graders also present a growth opportunity, hovering around 26-30% proficiency, significantly below nearby Katy ISD schools like Campbell (73.5%). Overall, Tamarron Elementary offers a solid education with notable strengths in supporting diverse learners and closing achievement gaps.
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