Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laura Ingalls Wilder ranks in the top 20% 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Ingalls Wilder ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Laura Ingalls Wilder's student population of 660 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laura Ingalls Wilder ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Ingalls Wilder is 0.76, 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
#1483 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
18%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Laura Ingalls Wilder's ranking?
Laura Ingalls Wilder is ranked #1483 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Laura Ingalls Wilder often compared to?
Laura Ingalls Wilderis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn York Elementary School, Mary Burks Marek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Laura Ingalls Wilder?
660 students attend Laura Ingalls Wilder.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Laura Ingalls Wilder students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laura Ingalls Wilder?
Laura Ingalls Wilder has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Ingalls Wilder offer ?
Laura Ingalls Wilder offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Laura Ingalls Wilder part of?
Laura Ingalls Wilder is part of Alvin ISD School District.
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