Serving 169 students in grades 4-5, New Waverly Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Waverly Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire New Waverly school district, encompassing approximately 103.7 square miles in New Waverly, TX. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Waverly Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Waverly Intermediate School's student population of 169 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
New Waverly Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Waverly Intermediate School is 0.52, 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
#2028 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
15%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Waverly Intermediate School's ranking?
New Waverly Intermediate School is ranked #2028 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend New Waverly Intermediate School?
169 students attend New Waverly Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of New Waverly Intermediate School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Waverly Intermediate School?
New Waverly Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Waverly Intermediate School offer ?
New Waverly Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is New Waverly Intermediate School part of?
New Waverly Intermediate School is part of New Waverly Independent School District.
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