Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Texas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Texas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Texas Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Texas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Texas Elementary School is 0.48, which is less 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
#2445 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Texas Elementary School's ranking?
West Texas Elementary School is ranked #2445 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Texas Elementary School often compared to?
West Texas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford-fritch Elementary School, Borger Int, Gateway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend West Texas Elementary School?
293 students attend West Texas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Texas Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Texas Elementary School?
West Texas Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Texas Elementary School offer ?
West Texas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Texas Elementary School part of?
West Texas Elementary School is part of Plemons-Stinnett-Phillips CISD School District.
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