Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilchester Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilchester Elementary serves the west part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilchester 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
School Overview
Wilchester Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
854 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Wilchester <> Welcome to Wilchester Elementary! EXPLORE. ENROLL. EXCEL.
School Rankings
Wilchester Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilchester Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#63 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-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 Wilchester Elementary School's ranking?
Wilchester Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wilchester Elementary School often compared to?
Wilchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rummel Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wilchester Elementary School?
854 students attend Wilchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Wilchester Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilchester Elementary School?
Wilchester Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilchester Elementary School offer ?
Wilchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilchester Elementary School part of?
Wilchester Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilchester Elementary School located?
Wilchester Elementary School is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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