Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Foundation 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Foundation Elementary serves the west part of Wichita Falls, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Foundation Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Foundation Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Foundation Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1771 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Foundation Elementary School's ranking?
West Foundation Elementary School is ranked #1771 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Foundation Elementary School often compared to?
West Foundation Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Fowler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Foundation Elementary School?
381 students attend West Foundation Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Foundation Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Foundation Elementary School?
West Foundation Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Foundation Elementary School offer ?
West Foundation Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Foundation Elementary School part of?
West Foundation Elementary School is part of Wichita Falls Independent School District.
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