WASKOM EL

WASKOM EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WASKOM ISD school district, located in WASKOM, TX with about 402 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, WASKOM EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WASKOM ELementary School, located at 301 School Avenue in Waskom, Texas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Waskom Independent School District. The school is committed to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for its students, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing children for the transitions of their primary education years. As part of a smaller school district, WASKOM ELementary often emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff work closely with families to foster student success.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards, balancing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with opportunities for enrichment and personal growth. By utilizing resources provided through the Waskom ISD framework, the school strives to integrate modern educational practices to ensure that students are equipped with the foundational skills necessary for future academic achievement. Families interested in enrollment, specific campus policies, or district updates can access additional information through the official Waskom ISD website at http://waskomisd.net.

For more information, contact WASKOM EL at (903) 687-3361 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

301 SCHOOL AVE
WASKOM, TX 75692-0748
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WASKOM EL is a public Title I school in WASKOM, TX with about 402 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WASKOM ISD
Total Students:
402
Teachers:
27.97
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 402 students

White
54.2%
Hispanic/Latino
24.9%
Black or African American
13.4%
Two or more races
7.5%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.