Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J B Wilmeth 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J B Wilmeth Elementary serves the west part of Mckinney, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Wilmeth 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
J B Wilmeth Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
'Every Student, Every Day!'
School Rankings
J B Wilmeth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J B Wilmeth Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
56%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Wilmeth Elementary School's ranking?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J B Wilmeth Elementary School often compared to?
J B Wilmeth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burks Elementary School, Finch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J B Wilmeth Elementary School?
436 students attend J B Wilmeth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of J B Wilmeth Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J B Wilmeth Elementary School?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J B Wilmeth Elementary School offer ?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J B Wilmeth Elementary School part of?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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