Robert L Puster Elementary

Summary:

Robert L Puster Elementary is a public elementary school located in Fairview, Texas, serving grades K-4 with a total enrollment of 604 students. The school is part of the Lovejoy Independent School District, which is ranked 3rd out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Robert L Puster Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Texas, ranking 31st out of 4,675 schools in the 2023-2024 school year. The school's STAAR test scores are significantly higher than the state averages across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, 84.75% of 3rd graders and 85.93% of 4th graders were proficient or better in STAAR Reading, compared to the state averages of 48.85% and 50.66%, respectively. The school's performance on STAAR Mathematics is also exceptional, with 91.53% of 3rd graders and 89.55% of 4th graders scoring proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 40.86% and 44.67%. Robert L Puster Elementary outperforms many of the nearby schools in the Allen and McKinney Independent School Districts on STAAR test scores, particularly in reading and mathematics.

The school has a diverse student population, with 65.4% White, 11.09% Hispanic, 16.06% Asian, and 5.3% two or more races. The school has a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at only 3.81% in the 2022-2023 school year. Robert L Puster Elementary has consistently high rankings for various student subgroups, including female students, male students, Asian students, Hispanic students, and special education students. The school has maintained its high academic performance over the years, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Texas and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.


Detail:

Public K-4

 856 Stoddard Rd
       Fairview, TX  75069


(469) 742-8300

District: Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
31st of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,300 Help


Students who attend Robert L Puster Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Sloan Creek Intermediate
    Willow Springs Middle
High:    Lovejoy High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.3 Help
Number of students:  604

Racial breakdown:

White:
65.4%
Asian:
16.1%
Hispanic:
11.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  3.8% Help


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Compare Details Robert L Puster Elementary ranks better than 99.3% of elementary schools in Texas. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 98.85. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (65.4%), Asian (16.1%), Hispanic (11.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 3.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Robert L Puster Elementary is 16.3. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Robert L Puster Elementary is $10,300.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Robert L Puster Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd) 3rd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Robert L Puster Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 83.79 222nd 3937 94.4%
2011 87.37 50th 4095 98.8%
2012 93.92 46th 4206 98.9%
2013 94.14 42nd 4221 99.0%
2014 94.77 13th 4260 99.7%
2015 92.08 104th 4320 97.6%
2016 91.16 150th 4286 96.5%
2017 98.23 68th 4329 98.4%
2018 98.33 50th 4359 98.9%
2019 98.97 28th 4479 99.4%
2021 97.71 96th 4578 97.9%
2022 97.93 61st 4581 98.7%
2023 98.79 34th 4647 99.3%
2024 98.85 31st 4675 99.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 65.87 280th 961 70.9%
2022 82.84 110th 1004 89.0%
2023 84.89 106th 1099 90.4%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 52.81 1482nd 3487 57.5%
2023 75.87 516th 3556 85.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.00 173rd 3558 95.1%
2019 94.52 71st 3684 98.1%
2021 94.42 75th 3799 98.0%
2022 99.08 12th 3952 99.7%
2023 99.43 20th 4086 99.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 97.85 45th 4306 99.0%
2019 98.34 34th 4348 99.2%
2021 95.53 136th 4499 97.0%
2022 96.00 96th 4561 97.9%
2023 99.01 12th 4588 99.7%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.95 115th 3106 96.3%
2019 76.65 233rd 3184 92.7%
2021 79.38 361st 3006 88.0%
2022 74.24 479th 2958 83.8%
2023 72.85 560th 2980 81.2%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.43 415th 4240 90.2%
2019 65.95 1005th 4295 76.6%
2022 78.41 486th 4461 89.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 97.74 53rd 4319 98.8%
2019 98.53 30th 4357 99.3%
2021 98.15 59th 4498 98.7%
2022 97.61 47th 4563 99.0%
2023 97.46 56th 4585 98.8%
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Rank History for Asian students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.02 32nd 1005 96.8%
2019 71.28 230th 1009 77.2%
2021 90.26 32nd 967 96.7%
2022 86.56 23rd 957 97.6%
2023 87.92 20th 1015 98.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 97.49 23rd 2515 99.1%
2021 90.80 107th 2444 95.6%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 99.56 8th 4168 99.8%
2019 99.90 1st 4188 100.0%
2021 99.21 21st 4329 99.5%
2022 95.57 85th 4376 98.1%
2023 98.99 22nd 4401 99.5%
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Rank History for White students at Robert L Puster Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.49 77th 3127 97.5%
2019 94.45 39th 3142 98.8%
2021 88.19 153rd 3082 95.0%
2022 89.26 128th 3082 95.8%
2023 92.43 69th 3106 97.8%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Robert L Puster Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2009 375 5 15 27 1 n/a n/a 0 423
2010 386 5 18 25 3 n/a n/a 0 437
2011 365 5 20 34 1 2 11 0 438
2012 357 6 28 32 0 1 10 0 434
2013 368 6 24 39 0 1 7 0 445
2014 297 12 19 36 2 1 12 0 379
2015 268 11 25 42 2 0 18 0 366
2016 267 15 30 32 2 0 15 0 361
2017 266 15 29 30 2 0 17 0 359
2018 294 18 45 36 2 0 19 0 414
2019 314 24 49 32 0 0 21 0 440
2020 306 22 56 35 1 0 21 0 441
2021 276 18 54 36 1 0 25 0 410
2022 448 14 89 74 2 0 37 0 664
2023 395 11 97 67 2 0 32 0 604

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Robert L Puster Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2009 423 33.5 12.6 2.8
2010 437 35.2 12.4 3
2011 438 32.6 13.4 2.7
2012 434 33.5 12.9 3.7
2013 445 34.7 12.8 3.8
2014 379 29.4 12.8 3.4
2015 366 26.0 14.0 2.5
2016 361 28.0 12.8 1.9
2017 359 27.6 12.9 0.8
2018 414 32.2 12.8 1.2
2019 440 32.1 13.6 2
2020 441 32.6 13.4 1.4
2021 410 28.7 14.2 1.5
2022 664 44.3 14.9 3
2023 604 37.0 16.3 3.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Robert L Puster Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2009 423 33.5 12.6 2.8
2010 437 35.2 12.4 3
2011 438 32.6 13.4 2.7
2012 434 33.5 12.9 3.7
2013 445 34.7 12.8 3.8
2014 379 29.4 12.8 3.4
2015 366 26.0 14.0 2.5
2016 361 28.0 12.8 1.9
2017 359 27.6 12.9 0.8
2018 414 32.2 12.8 1.2
2019 440 32.1 13.6 2
2020 441 32.6 13.4 1.4
2021 410 28.7 14.2 1.5
2022 664 44.3 14.9 3
2023 604 37.0 16.3 3.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Robert L Puster Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $498 (4.8%) $9,893 (95.2%) $10,391
2020 $422 (4.1%) $9,769 (95.9%) $10,191
2021 $402 (3.9%) $9,897 (96.1%) $10,300

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Robert L Puster Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 28th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 34th of 4647 Elementary schools
 0.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Robert L Puster Elementary)7889
 11%
   3rd Grade Reading (Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd))7582
 7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Robert L Puster Elementary)9195
 4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd))8486
 2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Robert L Puster Elementary)7881
 3%
   4th Grade Reading (Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd))7780
 3%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Robert L Puster Elementary)8788
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Lovejoy Independent School District (Isd))8989
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students440604
 37.3%
African American2411
 54.2%
American Indian02
Asian4997
 98%
Hispanic3267
 109.4%
Pacific Islander00
White314395
 25.8%
Two or More Races2132
 52.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients2%3.8%
 1.8%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Robert L Puster Elementary

In the 2022-23 school year, 604 students attended Robert L Puster Elementary.

Students who attend Robert L Puster Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Sloan Creek Intermediate
Middle : Willow Springs Middle
High : Lovejoy High School

Yes! Robert L Puster Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 31st of 4675 Texas elementary schools.

Students at Robert L Puster Elementary are 65% White, 16% Asian, 11% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 2% African American.


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