Serving 1,644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wells Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wells Elementary School's student population of 1,644 students has grown by 122% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 97% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wells Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#542 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wells Elementary School often compared to?
Wells Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope Elementary School, Walker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Wells Elementary School?
1,644 students attend Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wells Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Elementary School?
Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wells Elementary School offer ?
Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wells Elementary School part of?
Wells Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD School District.
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