Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waters Elementary serves the southern part of Lubbock, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waters Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Waters Elementary 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 Waters Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2086 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waters Elementary School's ranking?
Waters Elementary School is ranked #2086 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waters Elementary School often compared to?
Waters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Elementary School, Parsons Elementary School, Bayless Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Waters Elementary School?
464 students attend Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Waters Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waters Elementary School?
Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waters Elementary School offer ?
Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Waters Elementary School part of?
Waters Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Waters Elementary School located?
Waters Elementary School is located in the Waters neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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