Serving 861 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, George W Bush Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W Bush 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
George W Bush Elementary School's student population of 861 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George W Bush Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W Bush 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
#792 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
34%
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
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W Bush Elementary School's ranking?
George W Bush Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George W Bush Elementary School?
861 students attend George W Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of George W Bush Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W Bush Elementary School?
George W Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W Bush Elementary School offer ?
George W Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is George W Bush Elementary School part of?
George W Bush Elementary School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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