WARD EL
494 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Ward Elementary School is a public school located in Abilene, Texas, serving students as part of the Abilene Independent School District (AISD). Situated in the southern part of the city on Paint Brush Drive, the school functions as a foundational part of the local community, emphasizing the district's commitment to academic excellence and student development. Like other schools within AISD, Ward Elementary focuses on providing a supportive environment designed to meet the diverse educational needs of its student population through a structured curriculum and extracurricular engagement.
As a member of the Abilene ISD community, the school adheres to the district's broader mission of fostering a positive learning culture that prepares children for success in secondary education and beyond. Parents and stakeholders typically utilize the school’s official portal on the district website to access information regarding academic calendars, campus initiatives, and administrative policies. Ward Elementary remains a key fixture for families in the 79606 area, contributing to the district’s goal of equipping students with the tools necessary for their long-term growth and achievement.
As a member of the Abilene ISD community, the school adheres to the district's broader mission of fostering a positive learning culture that prepares children for success in secondary education and beyond. Parents and stakeholders typically utilize the school’s official portal on the district website to access information regarding academic calendars, campus initiatives, and administrative policies. Ward Elementary remains a key fixture for families in the 79606 area, contributing to the district’s goal of equipping students with the tools necessary for their long-term growth and achievement.
494
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 227 |
| Hispanic | 158 |
| Black | 55 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More | 26 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White227 (46.0 %)
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Hispanic158 (32.0 %)
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Black55 (11.1 %)
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Asian26 (5.3 %)
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Two or More26 (5.3 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | ABILENE ISD |
| Phone: | (325)690-3666 |
| Website: | http://www.abileneisd.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 494 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 284 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
86
Grade 1
80
Grade 2
80
Grade 3
74
Grade 4
74
Grade 5
100
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 86 |
| Grade 1 | 80 |
| Grade 2 | 80 |
| Grade 3 | 74 |
| Grade 4 | 74 |
| Grade 5 | 100 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 268 | 54.3% |
| Male | 226 | 45.7% |
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