Serving 177 students in grades 4-5, New Waverly Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Waverly Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
New Waverly Intermediate School's student population of 177 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
New Waverly Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Waverly Intermediate School is 0.52, 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
#1853 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
66%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Waverly Intermediate School's ranking?
New Waverly Intermediate School is ranked #1853 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend New Waverly Intermediate School?
177 students attend New Waverly Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of New Waverly Intermediate School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Waverly Intermediate School?
New Waverly Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Waverly Intermediate School offer ?
New Waverly Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is New Waverly Intermediate School part of?
New Waverly Intermediate School is part of New Waverly Independent School District.
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