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Margaret S Mcwhirter EL

Elementary School · CLEAR CREEK ISD

300 PENNSYLVANIA, Webster, TX 77598

Enrollment

768

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,999 of 8,552

In Webster

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#34 of 45

CLEAR CREEK ISD

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Margaret S Mcwhirter EL

5.9/10

Elementary School in Webster · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Margaret S Mcwhirter EL

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL is a public elementary school in Webster, TX, part of CLEAR CREEK ISD. Margaret S Mcwhirter EL serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret S Mcwhirter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,999 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Margaret S Mcwhirter EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,214
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL — Students at Margaret S Mcwhirter EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
29.2%
ELA
40.3%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
50%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Margaret S Mcwhirter EL Compares

See how Margaret S Mcwhirter EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 PENNSYLVANIA, Webster, TX 77598

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Margaret S Mcwhirter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FALCON PASS EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEAR LAKE CITY EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Webster, see our Webster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CLEAR VIEW H S Webster 0.2 mi 5.8
CLEAR PATH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Webster 0.6 mi 4.9
BAY AREA MONTESSORI HOUSE Houston 1.1 mi 4.4
SPACE CENTER INT Houston 1.7 mi 4.8
G H WHITCOMB EL Houston 1.9 mi 5.3
DEVEREUX SCHOOL League City 2.1 mi 8.3
CLEAR LAKE CITY EL Houston 2.2 mi 7.5
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston 2.1 mi 6.9
JAMES H ROSS EL League City 2.4 mi 6.9
CLEAR LAKE INT Houston 2.5 mi 4.6
THE MOMENTUM ACADEMY Webster 2.3 mi
LEAGUE CITY EL League City 2.6 mi 6.6
CLEAR SPRINGS H S League City 2.8 mi 7.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CLEAR LAKE Houston 2.9 mi
FALCON PASS EL Houston 3.0 mi 7.6
CREEKSIDE INT League City 3.0 mi 6.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DOWNTOWN Houston 3.0 mi
WESTBROOK INT Friendswood 2.7 mi 8.1
P H GREENE EL Webster 2.8 mi 5.8
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL League City 2.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,758

Median Home Value

$228,700

Median Rent

$1,279/mo

Population

26,638

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

21.6%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Margaret S Mcwhirter EL

What grades does Margaret S Mcwhirter EL serve?

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Margaret S Mcwhirter EL?

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret S Mcwhirter EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Margaret S Mcwhirter EL is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Margaret S Mcwhirter EL rank in TX?

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL ranks #4,999 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Margaret S Mcwhirter EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Margaret S Mcwhirter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Margaret S Mcwhirter EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret S Mcwhirter EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Margaret S Mcwhirter EL a charter school?

No, Margaret S Mcwhirter EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Margaret S Mcwhirter EL a Title I school?

No, Margaret S Mcwhirter EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret S Mcwhirter EL?

75.9% of students at Margaret S Mcwhirter EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
768
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

CLEAR CREEK ISD
District Enrollment
40,132
Schools in District
47
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,214
District Rank
#34 of 45

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