The reported proficiency rate for English language arts is 62%.
Original Research by School Decision on New Waverly El
New Waverly Elementary is a small public school serving pre-kindergarten through third grade in rural Walker County. The school enrolls a modest population across five grade levels, with roughly half its student body qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The racial composition is predominantly white, with meaningful representation of Hispanic and Black students.
In reading, third graders scored at the proficient level, with a majority meeting or exceeding grade-level standards. The math data for third grade did not report a proficiency rate, so a parent may want to check with the school directly on how students performed in that subject this year. Across all grades and subjects combined, the school shows a balanced profile: a substantial share of students reached the "approaches grade level" standard, about one-third attained mastery, and roughly two-thirds met grade-level expectations. In reading specifically, mastery rates were similar to overall trends, while approaching proficiency was somewhat higher. Math results followed a comparable pattern, with a similar share reaching mastery and about two-thirds meeting the standard.
Relative to other school districts in Walker County, New Waverly Elementary's overall proficiency measure places it in the top performance tier, outperforming the county median. This reflects solid foundational work in the early grades served at this school.
The school sits in a rural location on Farm Road 1375. The surrounding area is economically mixed; median home values are above the state benchmark and the national benchmark, though housing costs relative to income run somewhat above national norms. Rent is more affordable than mortgage costs, with monthly rent representing a smaller share of median household income than the estimated monthly mortgage payment would.
State testing data was not available for earlier years, so trend analysis over time cannot be drawn. Special population enrollment data, including English learner and special education counts, was not provided. Information about district-level strategic initiatives or recent operational changes could not be confirmed.
For families considering this school, the key picture is a small, rural elementary serving a mixed socioeconomic population where reading proficiency is documented and overall performance exceeds the county benchmark. The school's strength lies in early literacy work. Parents seeking more detail on math performance, special services, or long-term academic trajectory should reach out to the school directly.
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