Walnut Bend Elementary School is a primary school located in Houston, Texas. As a result of a bond proposal passed in 2002, it has been completely rebuilt over the old school; it was the first LEED "Green School" in the Houston Independent School District.
Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walnut Bend 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Bend Elementary serves the west part of Houston, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Bend Elementary School's student population of 587 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Bend 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 Walnut Bend Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#6587 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Bend Elementary School is ranked #6587 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Walnut Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sneed Elementary School, Askew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Bend Elementary School?
587 students attend Walnut Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Walnut Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Bend Elementary School?
Walnut Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Bend Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Walnut Bend Elementary School part of?
Walnut Bend Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Bend Elementary School located?
Walnut Bend Elementary School is located in the Briar Forest neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Briar Forest.
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