Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Don Whitt 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 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Whitt 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
Don Whitt Elementary School's student population of 728 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don Whitt Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Whitt Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#235 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
33%
24%
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
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Whitt Elementary School's ranking?
Don Whitt Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Don Whitt Elementary School often compared to?
Don Whitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tibbals Elementary School, T F Birmingham Elementary School, Rita Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Don Whitt Elementary School?
728 students attend Don Whitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Don Whitt Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Whitt Elementary School?
Don Whitt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don Whitt Elementary School offer ?
Don Whitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Don Whitt Elementary School part of?
Don Whitt Elementary School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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