Serving 1,131 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West University Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West University 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
School Overview
West University Elementary School's student population of 1,131 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
West University Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West University Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#31 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 West University Elementary School's ranking?
West University Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West University Elementary School often compared to?
West University Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West University Elementary School?
1,131 students attend West University Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West University Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West University Elementary School?
West University Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West University Elementary School offer ?
West University Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West University Elementary School part of?
West University Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
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