Serving 1,448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jenks Elementary School's student population of 1,448 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jenks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenks Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#290 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
29%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenks Elementary School's ranking?
Jenks Elementary School is ranked #290 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jenks Elementary School often compared to?
Jenks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keiko Davidson Elementary School, James E Randolph Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jenks Elementary School?
1,448 students attend Jenks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jenks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenks Elementary School?
Jenks Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jenks Elementary School offer ?
Jenks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jenks Elementary School part of?
Jenks Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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