LYFORD EL

LYFORD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LYFORD CISD school district, located in LYFORD, TX with about 700 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, LYFORD EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LYFORD ELementary, located at 452 High School Circle in Lyford, Texas, serves as a foundational campus within the Lyford Consolidated Independent School District. Situated in the heart of a small, tight-knit community in Willacy County, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive academic environment that fosters the growth and development of its youngest learners. As part of a district that emphasizes both rigorous academics and extracurricular engagement, the elementary school works to prepare its students for the transition into Lyford’s middle and high school programs.

The campus reflects the values of a rural Texas school district, placing a high priority on community involvement, personalized instruction, and a student-centered approach to education. By leveraging its location within the school circle—a hub for district activities—LYFORD ELementary maintains a strong connection to the local community, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded educational experience. With a focus on foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development, the school aims to cultivate a sense of pride and academic curiosity in its students from an early age.

For more information, contact LYFORD EL at (956) 347-3911 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.