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.
502
Total Students
32.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WARD EL
Demographic Student Count
White196
Hispanic196
Black64
Asian20
Two or More23
American Indian3
  • White
    196 (39.0%)
  • Hispanic
    196 (39.0%)
  • Black
    64 (12.7%)
  • Two or More
    23 (4.6%)
  • Asian
    20 (4.0%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6%)
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: 502
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 284
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 85
Grade 1 81
Grade 2 94
Grade 3 84
Grade 4 90
Grade 5 68

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WARD EL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten85
Grade 181
Grade 294
Grade 384
Grade 490
Grade 568
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WARD EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28556.8%
Male21743.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)