Serving 832 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wally Watkins Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wally Watkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wally Watkins Elementary School's student population of 832 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Wally Watkins Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wally Watkins Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#283 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
14%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
49%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wylie Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wally Watkins Elementary School's ranking?
Wally Watkins Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wally Watkins Elementary School?
832 students attend Wally Watkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wally Watkins Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wally Watkins Elementary School?
Wally Watkins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wally Watkins Elementary School offer ?
Wally Watkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Wally Watkins Elementary School part of?
Wally Watkins Elementary School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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