CATER EL

CATER EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the TEMPLE ISD school district, located in TEMPLE, TX with about 334 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 21 teachers, CATER 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.

CATER ELementary School is a public school located in Temple, Texas, serving students as part of the Temple Independent School District (TISD). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By utilizing the resources and curriculum standards of the TISD, CATER ELementary aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future educational endeavors through a balanced approach to core subjects and holistic development.

The school is situated on Lark Trail and serves as a local community hub, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality public education. Through its official website, the school maintains clear lines of communication with parents and community members, providing information on school policies, academic calendars, and campus events. As a component of the Temple Independent School District, CATER ELementary operates with the goal of equipping students with the essential skills and confidence necessary to thrive in an evolving academic landscape.

For more information, contact CATER EL at (254) 215-7444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4111 LARK TRL
TEMPLE, TX 76502-1247
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CATER EL is a public Title I school in TEMPLE, TX with about 334 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
TEMPLE ISD
Total Students:
334
Teachers:
21.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 334 students

Hispanic/Latino
35.3%
White
32.6%
Black or African American
25.4%
Two or more races
4.5%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.