Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Winship 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Winship Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
John Winship Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
John Winship 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 John Winship Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#4972 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
39%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Winship Elementary School's ranking?
John Winship Elementary School is ranked #4972 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John Winship Elementary School?
524 students attend John Winship Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of John Winship Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Winship Elementary School?
John Winship Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Winship Elementary School offer ?
John Winship Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John Winship Elementary School part of?
John Winship Elementary School is part of Spring Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
New principal is an improvement over the old one. School seems more responsive to students' needs although it can be a bit hit or miss at times. We had three kids in Winship last year. As for comments from another reviewer about racial prejudices: Winship has a large minority population, unlike what the review implies. I guess those who are looking to be victimized by their race will surely find SOMEBODY who will obliged. As for us: everyone seems to be on an even playing field at Winship.
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