Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Laura Welch Bush Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#3748 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is ranked #3748 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Laura Welch Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
575 students attend Laura Welch Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laura Welch Bush Elementary School?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offer ?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School part of?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Welch Bush Elementary School located?
Laura Welch Bush Elementary School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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