Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcspedden Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MCSPEDDEN EL serves the southeast part of Frisco, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- 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 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
773 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
At McSpedden we are a family committed to creating a positive and engaging learning environment to challenge and prepare each student for the future.
School Rankings
Mcspedden Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcspedden Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#72 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
72%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 #72 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
773 students attend Mcspedden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mcspedden Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcspedden Elementary School?
Mcspedden Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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