Excellent
#240 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 3% in state
Wally Watkins EL
Elementary School · WYLIE ISD
P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#240 of 8,552
In Wylie
#6 of 20
public schools
In district
#6 of 20
WYLIE ISD
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Wally Watkins EL
Wally Watkins EL is a public elementary school in Wylie, TX, part of WYLIE ISD. Wally Watkins EL serves approximately 850 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wally Watkins EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wally Watkins EL show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Wally Watkins EL — Students at Wally Watkins EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.4/10.
How Wally Watkins EL Compares
See how Wally Watkins EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wally Watkins EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHERI COX EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DON WHITT EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DODD EL (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wylie, see our Wylie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VERITAS ACADEMY Wylie | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| GRADY BURNETT J H Wylie | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ACHIEVE ACADEMY Wylie | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| P M AKIN EL Wylie | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| AB HARRISON INT Wylie | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| R F HARTMAN EL Wylie | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| T F BIRMINGHAM EL Wylie | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| WYLIE EAST H S Wylie | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| LIBERTY GROVE EL Rowlett | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CHERI COX EL Wylie | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| WYLIE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wylie | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DAVIS INT Wylie | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| FRANK MCMILLAN J H Wylie | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| WYLIE H S Wylie | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| DR AL DRAPER INTERMED Wylie | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| RAYMOND B COOPER J H Wylie | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| KEELEY EL Rowlett | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROWLETT Rowlett | 4.0 mi | — |
| DODD EL Wylie | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| DON WHITT EL Wylie | 3.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,587
Median Home Value
$362,900
Median Rent
$1,979/mo
Population
67,513
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICIA R CHACON INTERNATIONAL El Paso, TX | 9.1 |
| ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL Dallas, TX | 9.1 |
| BRIDGE POINT EL Austin, TX | 9.1 |
| BRYANT EL Brookshire, TX | 9.1 |
| DODD EL Wylie, TX | 9.1 |
| DOSS EL Austin, TX | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wally Watkins EL
What grades does Wally Watkins EL serve?
Wally Watkins EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Wally Watkins EL?
Wally Watkins EL has an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wally Watkins EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Wally Watkins EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wally Watkins EL rank in TX?
Wally Watkins EL ranks #240 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wally Watkins EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Wally Watkins EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Wally Watkins EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wally Watkins EL has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Wally Watkins EL a charter school?
No, Wally Watkins EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wally Watkins EL a Title I school?
No, Wally Watkins EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wally Watkins EL?
18.1% of students at Wally Watkins 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 850
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (972) 429-2580
Resources & Links
District
WYLIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 19,231
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,136
- District Rank
- #6 of 20
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