Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evelyn Turlington 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School's student population of 715 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evelyn Turlington 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 Evelyn Turlington Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3686 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
29%
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
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waller Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evelyn Turlington Elementary School's ranking?
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School is ranked #3686 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Evelyn Turlington Elementary School often compared to?
Evelyn Turlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fields Store Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Evelyn Turlington Elementary School?
715 students attend Evelyn Turlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Evelyn Turlington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evelyn Turlington Elementary School?
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evelyn Turlington Elementary School offer ?
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Evelyn Turlington Elementary School part of?
Evelyn Turlington Elementary School is part of Waller Independent School District.
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