Whitney Elementary School serves 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitney Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whitney Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
69%
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
65%
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
How many students attend Whitney Elementary School?
387 students attend Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Whitney Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitney Elementary School?
Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitney Elementary School offer ?
Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Whitney Elementary School part of?
Whitney Elementary School is part of Whitney Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
After working at this school and sending my son there from K-2nd grade I would highly recommend this school. The teachers care deeply for the students and the administration teaching children how to be a part of a community-helping others and becoming good citizens. Learning is the major emphasis at this school and children are excited about it!
2 10/10/2025
Lower quality programs which reflects on staff and especially the administration.
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