Serving 677 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 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walnut Bend Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walnut Bend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walnut Bend Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#7000 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #7000 out of 8,079 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Bend Elementary School?
677 students attend Walnut Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Walnut Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 ISD School District.
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