Serving 774 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wernli 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wernli Elementary School's student population of 774 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Wernli Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wernli Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1967 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Wernli Elementary School's ranking?
Wernli Elementary School is ranked #1967 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wernli Elementary School often compared to?
Wernli Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lieck Elementary School, Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wernli Elementary School?
774 students attend Wernli Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wernli Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wernli Elementary School?
Wernli Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wernli Elementary School offer ?
Wernli Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wernli Elementary School part of?
Wernli Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
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