Lyford Elementary

Lyford is a small, tight-knit agricultural community in the Rio Grande Valley, where school and town life are deeply intertwined and everyone tends to know everyone. Lyford Elementary serves a close community of families who are invested in their kids' futures, and while the school faces some academic challenges — particularly in math — there are signs of strength in science that suggest dedicated teachers working hard in a resource-limited setting. Families who value a small-town environment and want their children to grow up with a strong sense of community will feel at home here, even as they look for ways to supplement their kids' learning outside the classroom.