Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Felty Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Felty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Felty Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Felty Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Felty Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1829 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
22%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Felty Elementary School's ranking?
Felty Elementary School is ranked #1829 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Felty Elementary School often compared to?
Felty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School, Longbranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Felty Elementary School?
471 students attend Felty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Felty Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Felty Elementary School?
Felty Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Felty Elementary School offer ?
Felty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Felty Elementary School part of?
Felty Elementary School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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