Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calk-wilson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calk-wilson Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calk-wilson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calk-wilson Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#4698 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calk-wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Calk-wilson Elementary School is ranked #4698 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Calk-wilson Elementary School?
693 students attend Calk-wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Calk-wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calk-wilson Elementary School?
Calk-wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calk-wilson Elementary School offer ?
Calk-wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Calk-wilson Elementary School part of?
Calk-wilson Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Calk-wilson Elementary School located?
Calk-wilson Elementary School is located in the Bay Area neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Bay Area.
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