Serving 835 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newman 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman 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
Newman Elementary School's student population of 835 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#520 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
45%
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
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
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 Newman Elementary School's ranking?
Newman Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Newman Elementary School often compared to?
Newman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robertson Elementary School, Phillips Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Newman Elementary School?
835 students attend Newman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Newman Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newman Elementary School?
Newman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newman Elementary School offer ?
Newman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Newman Elementary School part of?
Newman Elementary School is part of Frisco ISD School District.
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