Serving 1,039 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcelwain Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcelwain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcelwain Elementary School's student population of 1,039 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,039 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Mcelwain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcelwain Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2936 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
28%
13%
White
14%
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
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcelwain Elementary School's ranking?
Mcelwain Elementary School is ranked #2936 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcelwain Elementary School often compared to?
Mcelwain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcelwain Elementary School?
1,039 students attend Mcelwain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mcelwain Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcelwain Elementary School?
Mcelwain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcelwain Elementary School offer ?
Mcelwain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcelwain Elementary School part of?
Mcelwain Elementary School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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