Serving 1,090 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jim Spradley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jim Spradley 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
School Overview
Jim Spradley Elementary School's student population of 1,090 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jim Spradley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jim Spradley Elementary School is 0.63, which is less 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
#182 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
56%
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
20%
26%
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
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Spradley Elementary School's ranking?
Jim Spradley Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jim Spradley Elementary School often compared to?
Jim Spradley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talley Elementary School, Nichols Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jim Spradley Elementary School?
1,090 students attend Jim Spradley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jim Spradley Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jim Spradley Elementary School?
Jim Spradley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jim Spradley Elementary School offer ?
Jim Spradley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jim Spradley Elementary School part of?
Jim Spradley Elementary School is part of Prosper Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jim Spradley Elementary School located?
Jim Spradley Elementary School is located in the Miramonte neighborhood of Frisco, TX.
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