Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wiederstein Elementary School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wiederstein Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wiederstein Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wiederstein Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wiederstein 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
#4070 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wiederstein Elementary School's ranking?
Wiederstein Elementary School is ranked #4070 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wiederstein Elementary School often compared to?
Wiederstein Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norma J Paschal Elementary School, Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wiederstein Elementary School?
607 students attend Wiederstein Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wiederstein Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wiederstein Elementary School?
Wiederstein Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wiederstein Elementary School offer ?
Wiederstein Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Wiederstein Elementary School part of?
Wiederstein Elementary School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-U City ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
Amazing school! Amazing staff!
2 2/22/2010
The facilities was horrible! I was not impress when I saw the building or the area where the kids stay. The carpet is a mess and the area itself was messy.
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