Serving 746 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Corpus Christi, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calk-wilson Elementary School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
746 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Calk-wilson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calk-wilson Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#4710 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 #4710 out of 8,096 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
746 students attend Calk-wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Calk-wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% 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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