Serving 679 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Simpson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpson 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
Simpson Elementary School's student population of 679 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Simpson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1474 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
43%
25%
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
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Simpson Elementary School's ranking?
Simpson Elementary School is ranked #1474 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Simpson Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felty Elementary School, Longbranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Simpson Elementary School?
679 students attend Simpson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Simpson Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson Elementary School?
Simpson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpson Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Simpson Elementary School part of?
Simpson Elementary School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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