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#7119 of 8,552 schools in TX

William E Wylie EL

Elementary School · HENDERSON ISD

P O BOX 728, Henderson, TX 75653

Enrollment

660

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,119 of 8,552

In Henderson

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

HENDERSON ISD

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William E Wylie EL

4.4/10

Elementary School in Henderson · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William E Wylie EL

William E Wylie EL is a public elementary school in Henderson, TX, part of HENDERSON ISD. William E Wylie EL serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William E Wylie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,119 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for William E Wylie EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,785
Chronic Absenteeism20%

William E Wylie EL — Students at William E Wylie EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (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
72%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How William E Wylie EL Compares

See how William E Wylie EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
17th percentile in TX
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

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

P O BOX 728, Henderson, TX 75653

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William E Wylie EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST RUSK EL (rated 8.0/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Another option is OVERTON EL (rated 7.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Overton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT ENTERPRISE EL (rated 7.6/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Mt. Enterprise), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Henderson, see our Henderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MONNIE MEYER WYLIE PRI Henderson 0.1 mi 5.8
HENDERSON MIDDLE Henderson 1.7 mi 4.9
FULL ARMOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Henderson 2.4 mi 7.1
NORTHSIDE EL Henderson 2.7 mi 4.1
HENDERSON H S Henderson 3.5 mi 6.8
CARLISLE SCHOOL Price 9.4 mi 8.0
LANEVILLE SCHOOL Laneville 11.2 mi 7.7
WEST RUSK INT New London 11.9 mi 6.2
WEST RUSK H S New London 11.9 mi 8.7
WEST RUSK MIDDLE New London 11.9 mi 8.2
WEST RUSK EL New London 11.9 mi 8.0
LEVERETTS CHAPEL H S Laird Hill 14.8 mi 9.2
LEVERETTS CHAPEL EL Laird Hill 14.8 mi 6.4
LEVERETTS CHAPEL J H Laird Hill 14.8 mi 4.8
MT ENTERPRISE EL Mt. Enterprise 15.7 mi 7.6
MT ENTERPRISE H S Mt. Enterprise 15.7 mi 7.0
OVERTON EL Overton 14.8 mi 7.8
OVERTON H S Overton 14.9 mi 7.0
KILGORE MIDDLE Kilgore 16.3 mi 5.4
KILGORE PRI Kilgore 16.3 mi 6.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William E Wylie EL

What grades does William E Wylie EL serve?

William E Wylie EL serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend William E Wylie EL?

William E Wylie EL has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William E Wylie EL?

The student-teacher ratio at William E Wylie EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William E Wylie EL rank in TX?

William E Wylie EL ranks #7,119 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is William E Wylie EL's MySchoolScout rating?

William E Wylie EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 William E Wylie EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William E Wylie EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William E Wylie EL a charter school?

No, William E Wylie EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William E Wylie EL a Title I school?

No, William E Wylie EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William E Wylie EL?

70.8% of students at William E Wylie 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Rusk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

HENDERSON ISD
District Enrollment
3,292
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,785
District Rank
#4 of 5

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