Serving 719 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White E 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White E Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
White E Elementary School's student population of 719 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10
School Motto
The Finest, The Greatest, The Best
School Rankings
White E 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 White E Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4952 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White E Elementary School's ranking?
White E Elementary School is ranked #4952 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are White E Elementary School often compared to?
White E Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend White E Elementary School?
719 students attend White E Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of White E Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White E Elementary School?
White E Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does White E Elementary School offer ?
White E Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is White E Elementary School part of?
White E Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is White E Elementary School located?
White E Elementary School is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Chinatown.
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