Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Curtsinger Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curtsinger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Curtsinger Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Curtsinger Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curtsinger Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#429 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
41%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curtsinger Elementary School's ranking?
Curtsinger Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Curtsinger Elementary School often compared to?
Curtsinger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcspedden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Curtsinger Elementary School?
614 students attend Curtsinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Curtsinger Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Curtsinger Elementary School?
Curtsinger Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Curtsinger Elementary School offer ?
Curtsinger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Curtsinger Elementary School part of?
Curtsinger Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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