Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walcott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walcott Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Hereford, TX school district, encompassing approximately 471.4 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 14.7 miles and the furthest edge located 29.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walcott Elementary School's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Walcott Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walcott Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
78%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walcott Elementary School's ranking?
Walcott Elementary School is ranked #1194 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walcott Elementary School?
146 students attend Walcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Walcott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walcott Elementary School?
Walcott Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walcott Elementary School offer ?
Walcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Walcott Elementary School part of?
Walcott Elementary School is part of Walcott Independent School District.
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