Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pecan Creek 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecan Creek Elementary serves the southern part of Denton, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pecan Creek Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Lifelong Learners
School Rankings
Pecan Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecan Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2086 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
34%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecan Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Pecan Creek Elementary School is ranked #2086 out of 8,096 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pecan Creek Elementary School?
656 students attend Pecan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pecan Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecan Creek Elementary School?
Pecan Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pecan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Pecan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pecan Creek Elementary School part of?
Pecan Creek Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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