Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Laura Welch Bush 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laura Welch Bush Elementary serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking between 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, reaching up to 1.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
LEARNERS TODAY, LEADERS TOMORROW!
School Rankings
Laura Welch Bush 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 Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2988 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is ranked #2988 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Laura Welch Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
555 students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offer ?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School part of?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School located?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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