Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcspedden 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 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 84% 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: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcspedden 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
Mcspedden Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcspedden 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 Mcspedden Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#85 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
70%
5%
Hispanic
5%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Mcspedden Elementary School's ranking?
Mcspedden Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcspedden Elementary School often compared to?
Mcspedden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isbell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcspedden Elementary School?
778 students attend Mcspedden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mcspedden Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcspedden Elementary School?
Mcspedden Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcspedden Elementary School offer ?
Mcspedden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcspedden Elementary School part of?
Mcspedden Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcspedden Elementary School located?
Mcspedden Elementary School is located in the Lawler Park neighborhood of Frisco, TX.
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