Serving 768 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School's student population of 768 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Mascot
Astronaut
School Rankings
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#5226 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
70%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Astronaut
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School's ranking?
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School is ranked #5226 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School?
768 students attend Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School?
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School offer ?
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School part of?
Margaret S Mcwhirter Elementary School is part of Clear Creek Independent School District.
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