Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whiteside 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 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiteside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whiteside Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Whiteside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiteside Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1076 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
40%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiteside Elementary School's ranking?
Whiteside Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Whiteside Elementary School?
434 students attend Whiteside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Whiteside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whiteside Elementary School?
Whiteside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whiteside Elementary School offer ?
Whiteside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whiteside Elementary School part of?
Whiteside Elementary School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
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