Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Townewest 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Townewest Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
'Inspire, Equip, Imagine'
School Rankings
Townewest 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 Townewest Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#5612 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
6%
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
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Townewest Elementary School's ranking?
Townewest Elementary School is ranked #5612 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Townewest Elementary School often compared to?
Townewest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bastian Elementary School, Rita Drabek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Townewest Elementary School?
492 students attend Townewest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Townewest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Townewest Elementary School?
Townewest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Townewest Elementary School offer ?
Townewest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Townewest Elementary School part of?
Townewest Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Townewest Elementary School located?
Townewest Elementary School is located in the Townewest neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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