Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John F Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John F Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John F Ward Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John F Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John F Ward Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1728 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
41%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Ward Elementary School's ranking?
John F Ward Elementary School is ranked #1728 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John F Ward Elementary School often compared to?
John F Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Lake City Elementary School, Brookwood Elementary School, North Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend John F Ward Elementary School?
593 students attend John F Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of John F Ward Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John F Ward Elementary School?
John F Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John F Ward Elementary School offer ?
John F Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John F Ward Elementary School part of?
John F Ward Elementary School is part of Clear Creek ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Ward Elementary School located?
John F Ward Elementary School is located in the Clear Lake neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Clear Lake.
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