Tom Wilson Elementary

Tom Wilson Elementary in Katy Independent School District (Isd) is a high-performing school serving 1,058 students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade in a relatively affluent area of Katy, TX, where about 22% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. This school has a long track record of academic excellence, consistently ranking in the top 3% of all Texas elementary schools for over a decade, though it has seen a slight recent dip in its state ranking compared to some nearby peers.

Tom Wilson’s greatest strength is its exceptional ability to support all students, particularly those who are traditionally underserved. The school has historically ranked in the 99th percentile for both English Language Learner (ELL) and Low Socio-Economic Status (SES) students, and it has a remarkable "superpower" with its "At Risk" students, ranking 17th out of 4,331 schools statewide in 2020-2021. This indicates powerful intervention strategies that turn potential challenges into strengths. While schools like Stanley C Stanley Elementary and Griffin Elementary have recently surged ahead in overall state rankings, Tom Wilson remains a consistently strong choice, outperforming others like Roberta Wright Rylander Elementary and Fred And Patti Shafer Elementary.

There are a few areas to watch. Math proficiency scores have shown a slight downward trend in the most recent year, and the school’s Spanish-language program shows some volatility, with very high scores in 5th grade but lower scores in earlier grades. Additionally, Tom Wilson’s per-student spending ($10,786) is higher than many nearby schools like Campbell Elementary and James E Randolph Elementary, but lower than Griffin Elementary, which achieves slightly better overall results. Overall, Tom Wilson Elementary is an elite school with a stellar reputation, especially for families who value a school that excels at closing achievement gaps for all students.