Serving 478 students in grades 2-5, Wharton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Wharton Elementary covers the entire Wharton school district, encompassing approximately 183.5 square miles in Wharton, TX. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wharton Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wharton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wharton Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6655 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
23%
13%
White
10%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wharton Elementary School's ranking?
Wharton Elementary School is ranked #6655 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wharton Elementary School?
478 students attend Wharton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wharton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wharton Elementary School?
Wharton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wharton Elementary School offer ?
Wharton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Wharton Elementary School part of?
Wharton Elementary School is part of Wharton Independent School District.
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