Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whispering Pines 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whispering Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Whispering Pines Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whispering Pines 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 Whispering Pines Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6602 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
43%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is ranked #6602 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Whispering Pines Elementary School?
608 students attend Whispering Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Whispering Pines Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whispering Pines Elementary School?
Whispering Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whispering Pines Elementary School offer ?
Whispering Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whispering Pines Elementary School part of?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is part of Humble Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Whispering Pines Elementary School located?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is located in the Atascocita Forest neighborhood of Humble, TX.
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