Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Settlers Way Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Settlers Way Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Settlers Way Elementary School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Settlers Way Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Settlers Way Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#975 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
41%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Settlers Way Elementary School's ranking?
Settlers Way Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Settlers Way Elementary School often compared to?
Settlers Way Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Commonwealth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Settlers Way Elementary School?
690 students attend Settlers Way Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Settlers Way Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Settlers Way Elementary School?
Settlers Way Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Settlers Way Elementary School offer ?
Settlers Way Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Settlers Way Elementary School part of?
Settlers Way Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Settlers Way Elementary School located?
Settlers Way Elementary School is located in the Chimneystone neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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