Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wedgewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wedgewood Elementary serves the west part of Friendswood, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wedgewood Elementary School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Wedgewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wedgewood Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3531 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wedgewood Elementary School's ranking?
Wedgewood Elementary School is ranked #3531 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wedgewood Elementary School?
637 students attend Wedgewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wedgewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wedgewood Elementary School?
Wedgewood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wedgewood Elementary School offer ?
Wedgewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wedgewood Elementary School part of?
Wedgewood Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
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