Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Turner Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Turner Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Turner Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#4467 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Elementary School is ranked #4467 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Turner Elementary School often compared to?
Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parmley Elementary School, New Waverly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary School?
463 students attend Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Turner Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner Elementary School?
Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner Elementary School offer ?
Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Turner Elementary School part of?
Turner Elementary School is part of Willis Independent School District.
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