Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, P M Akin 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 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: P M AKIN EL serves the east part of Wylie, TX, covering an area of approximately 18.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P M Akin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
P M Akin Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
P M Akin 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 P M Akin Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#810 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P M Akin Elementary School's ranking?
P M Akin Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are P M Akin Elementary School often compared to?
P M Akin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rita Smith Elementary School, R F Hartman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend P M Akin Elementary School?
583 students attend P M Akin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of P M Akin Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P M Akin Elementary School?
P M Akin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does P M Akin Elementary School offer ?
P M Akin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is P M Akin Elementary School part of?
P M Akin Elementary School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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