Serving 868 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joella Exley 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joella Exley 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
Diversity
School Overview
Joella Exley Elementary School's student population of 868 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
868 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Joella Exley 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 Joella Exley Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1038 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
33%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joella Exley Elementary School's ranking?
Joella Exley Elementary School is ranked #1038 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joella Exley Elementary School often compared to?
Joella Exley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeanette Hayes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joella Exley Elementary School?
868 students attend Joella Exley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Joella Exley Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joella Exley Elementary School?
Joella Exley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joella Exley Elementary School offer ?
Joella Exley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Joella Exley Elementary School part of?
Joella Exley Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Joella Exley Elementary School located?
Joella Exley Elementary School is located in the Cinco Ranch Institutional Core neighborhood of Katy, TX.
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