Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Wellman-union 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Wellman-Union School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wellman, TX, covering approximately 263.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellman-union School's student population of 248 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wellman-union 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 Wellman-union School is 0.50, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1992–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
60%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Wellman-union School's ranking?
Wellman-union School is ranked #3022 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellman-union School?
The graduation rate of Wellman-union School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Wellman-union School?
248 students attend Wellman-union School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wellman-union School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellman-union School?
Wellman-union School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wellman-union School offer ?
Wellman-union School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Wellman-union School part of?
Wellman-union School is part of Wellman-Union CISD School District.
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