Leary Elementary heads into 2025-26 as the only campus in Leary ISD, with Superintendent Jennifer Dear overseeing the school's single-campus, PK-8 structure. The school's teachers have had 29 classroom projects funded on DonorsChoose — a high number for a campus of just 93 students, reflecting strong community support from both local and out-of-state donors who contribute to classroom resources. Leary ISD's policy of accepting out-of-district transfers makes the campus accessible to families from the wider Bowie County rural area, and the district continues to welcome new enrollment inquiries throughout the school year.

Q1. Does Leary Elementary offer a GATE program?

Ans. Leary Elementary does run a Gifted and Talented program. It is the only campus in Leary ISD, so the referral process runs entirely through the school office at (903) 838-8960. Teachers typically initiate referrals in the fall each year.

Q2. What grades does Leary Elementary serve?

Ans. Leary Elementary runs from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade on a single combined campus something unusual in the Texarkana area.

Q3. Does Leary Elementary accept out-of-district students?

Ans. Leary ISD does accept out-of-district students. Families outside the Leary attendance zone can contact the office directly at (903) 838-8960 to ask about the transfer process and available spots.

Q4. What community events does Leary Elementary participate in?

Ans. Leary Elementary teachers have had 29 classroom projects funded on DonorsChoose, reflecting strong community support for the campus despite its small size.

Q5. How do families stay connected with Leary Elementary?

Ans. Leary Elementary communicates through school-level email and the learyisd.net website.