Serving 796 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Iltexas Westpark Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School's student population of 796 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iltexas Westpark Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3519 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
53%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iltexas Westpark Elementary School's ranking?
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School is ranked #3519 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Iltexas Westpark Elementary School?
796 students attend Iltexas Westpark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Iltexas Westpark Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iltexas Westpark Elementary School?
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iltexas Westpark Elementary School offer ?
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Iltexas Westpark Elementary School part of?
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School is part of International Leadership Of Texas (Iltexas) School District.
In what neighborhood is Iltexas Westpark Elementary School located?
Iltexas Westpark Elementary School is located in the Energy Corridor neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Energy Corridor.
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