Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Schell Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Schell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schell Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1120 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
50%
5%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
24%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schell Elementary School's ranking?
Schell Elementary School is ranked #1120 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Schell Elementary School often compared to?
Schell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Schell Elementary School?
483 students attend Schell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Schell Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schell Elementary School?
Schell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schell Elementary School offer ?
Schell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Schell Elementary School part of?
Schell Elementary School is part of Plano ISD School District.
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