Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Reuben Johnson 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuben Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Reuben Johnson Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Reuben Johnson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reuben Johnson 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
#1711 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
52%
25%
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
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuben Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Reuben Johnson Elementary School is ranked #1711 out of 8,188 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Reuben Johnson Elementary School?
388 students attend Reuben Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Reuben Johnson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reuben Johnson Elementary School?
Reuben Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reuben Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Reuben Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Reuben Johnson Elementary School part of?
Reuben Johnson Elementary School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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