Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2392 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School's ranking?
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School is ranked #2392 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School?
531 students attend Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School?
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School offer ?
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School part of?
Sonny & Allegra Nance Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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