Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ervin C Whitt Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ervin C Whitt Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#2912 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ervin C Whitt Elementary School's ranking?
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School is ranked #2912 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ervin C Whitt Elementary School often compared to?
Ervin C Whitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellen Ochoa Stem Academy At Ben Miliam Elementary School, Austin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ervin C Whitt Elementary School?
458 students attend Ervin C Whitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ervin C Whitt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ervin C Whitt Elementary School?
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ervin C Whitt Elementary School offer ?
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ervin C Whitt Elementary School part of?
Ervin C Whitt Elementary School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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