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#3513 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
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Whitney EL
Elementary School · WHITNEY ISD
P O BOX 518, Whitney, TX 76692
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,513 of 8,552
In Whitney
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
WHITNEY ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Whitney EL
Elementary School in Whitney · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whitney EL
Whitney EL is a public elementary school in Whitney, TX, part of WHITNEY ISD. Whitney EL serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Whitney EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Whitney EL Compares
See how Whitney 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 518, Whitney, TX 76692
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLSBORO EL (rated 9.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby West), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WHITNEY INT (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Whitney, see our Whitney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITNEY INT Whitney | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WHITNEY H S Whitney | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WHITNEY MIDDLE Whitney | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| AQUILLA SCHOOL Aquilla | 8.5 mi | 8.5 |
| HILL CO J J A E P Hillsboro | 11.4 mi | — |
| HILL CO J J A E P Itasca | 11.4 mi | — |
| HILL COUNTY JJAEP Hillsboro | 11.4 mi | — |
| HILLSBORO H S Hillsboro | 11.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HILLSBORO EL Hillsboro | 11.6 mi | 9.2 |
| HILLSBORO J H Hillsboro | 11.9 mi | 8.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hillsboro | 12.1 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN S HILLSBORO Hillsboro | 12.1 mi | — |
| BLUM ISD Blum | 14.1 mi | 8.3 |
| HILLSBORO INT Hillsboro | 12.7 mi | 7.9 |
| KOPPERL SCHOOL Kopperl | 14.0 mi | 6.0 |
| COVINGTON SCHOOL Covington | 16.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GHOLSON ISD Waco | 16.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ABBOTT SCHOOL Abbott | 14.7 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL West | 16.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST H S West | 16.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,455
Median Home Value
$159,500
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
9,662
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
51.1
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| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
| BAYLES EL Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
| BECKVILLE SUNSET EL Beckville, TX | 6.9 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney EL
What grades does Whitney EL serve?
Whitney EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Whitney EL?
Whitney EL has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitney EL rank in TX?
Whitney EL ranks #3,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Whitney EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whitney EL a charter school?
No, Whitney EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitney EL a Title I school?
No, Whitney EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitney EL?
71.6% of students at Whitney 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hill County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (254) 694-3456
Resources & Links
District
WHITNEY ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,475
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,930
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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