Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tom Hicks 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 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tom Hicks Elementary serves the eastern part of Frisco, TX, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles, with most families typically driving 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles, extending up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tom Hicks 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
Tom Hicks Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tom Hicks 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 Tom Hicks Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#616 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Tom Hicks Elementary School's ranking?
Tom Hicks Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tom Hicks Elementary School often compared to?
Tom Hicks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tom Hicks Elementary School?
552 students attend Tom Hicks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Tom Hicks Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tom Hicks Elementary School?
Tom Hicks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tom Hicks Elementary School offer ?
Tom Hicks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tom Hicks Elementary School part of?
Tom Hicks Elementary School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tom Hicks Elementary School located?
Tom Hicks Elementary School is located in the The Lakes On Legacy Drive neighborhood of Frisco, TX.
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