Serving 1,334 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wells Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Wells Elementary School's student population of 1,334 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#581 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wells Elementary School often compared to?
Wells Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope Elementary School, Walker 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 41% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wells Elementary School?
1,334 students attend Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Wells Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Elementary School?
Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wells Elementary School offer ?
Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wells Elementary School part of?
Wells Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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