Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wells Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Elementary serves the northwest part of Plano, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1093 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Elementary School is ranked #1093 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wells Elementary School often compared to?
Wells Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hughston Elementary School, Hedgcoxe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wells Elementary School?
463 students attend Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wells Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Elementary School?
Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wells Elementary School offer ?
Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wells Elementary School part of?
Wells Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wells Elementary School located?
Wells Elementary School is located in the Kimberlea neighborhood of Plano, TX.
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