Serving 837 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willbern Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willbern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willbern Elementary School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willbern Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willbern Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2273 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
8%
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
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willbern Elementary School's ranking?
Willbern Elementary School is ranked #2273 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Willbern Elementary School often compared to?
Willbern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gleason Elementary School, Frazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Willbern Elementary School?
837 students attend Willbern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Willbern Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willbern Elementary School?
Willbern Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willbern Elementary School offer ?
Willbern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willbern Elementary School part of?
Willbern Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Willbern Elementary School located?
Willbern Elementary School is located in the North Houston Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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