Serving 1,103 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Orange-stark 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Orange-stark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Orange-stark Elementary School's student population of 1,103 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Working On Success Everyday
School Rankings
West Orange-stark 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 West Orange-stark Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#7734 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
51%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 West Orange-stark Elementary School's ranking?
West Orange-stark Elementary School is ranked #7734 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Orange-stark Elementary School often compared to?
West Orange-stark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Cypress Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Orange-stark Elementary School?
1,103 students attend West Orange-stark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Orange-stark Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Orange-stark Elementary School?
West Orange-stark Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Orange-stark Elementary School offer ?
West Orange-stark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Orange-stark Elementary School part of?
West Orange-stark Elementary School is part of West Orange-Cove CISD School District.
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