Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wernli Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wernli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wernli Elementary School's student population of 737 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Wernli Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wernli 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
#1372 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
15%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northside Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wernli Elementary School's ranking?
Wernli Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wernli Elementary School often compared to?
Wernli Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lieck Elementary School, Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wernli Elementary School?
737 students attend Wernli Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wernli Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wernli Elementary School?
Wernli Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wernli Elementary School offer ?
Wernli Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wernli Elementary School part of?
Wernli Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
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