Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School's student population of 568 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1755 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
43%
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
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is ranked #1755 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School?
568 students attend Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School part of?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is part of Mckinney ISD School District.
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