Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, New Waverly Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Waverly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Waverly Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Waverly Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Waverly Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1490 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Waverly Elementary School's ranking?
New Waverly Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are New Waverly Elementary School often compared to?
New Waverly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parmley Elementary School, Turner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend New Waverly Elementary School?
313 students attend New Waverly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of New Waverly Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Waverly Elementary School?
New Waverly Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Waverly Elementary School offer ?
New Waverly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is New Waverly Elementary School part of?
New Waverly Elementary School is part of New Waverly Independent School District.
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