Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary serves the southwest part of Lubbock, TX, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#373 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
54%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wranglers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
557 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Elementary School located?
Wilson Elementary School is located in the Tech Terrace neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Tech Terrace.
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