Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Bend 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Bend Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Wolfforth, TX, covering an area of approximately 42.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willow Bend Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Bend 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 Willow Bend Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#4622 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Bend Elementary School is ranked #4622 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Willow Bend Elementary School?
749 students attend Willow Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Willow Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Bend Elementary School?
Willow Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willow Bend Elementary School offer ?
Willow Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Bend Elementary School part of?
Willow Bend Elementary School is part of Frenship Independent School District.
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