Summary
Anderson Elementary in Plano, TX, is a high-performing K-5 school serving 748 students as part of the top-ranked Frisco Independent School District (Isd), consistently ranking in the top 5% of Texas elementary schools (currently 151st out of 4,627 schools, 97th percentile). The school stands out for its exceptional mathematics program, with proficiency rates of 77.2% (3rd), 83.3% (4th), and 85.7% (5th) in the most recent testing year—outperforming the already high district average by 11-14 percentage points and the state average by 30-38 points. Additionally, Anderson excels in 5th-grade science, where 66.2% of students were proficient compared to just 29.6% statewide, and has shown remarkable effectiveness with Special Education students, ranking in the 98th percentile statewide for this subgroup.
Anderson operates in a highly competitive academic environment, surrounded by other elite schools like Mary Evans Elementary, Beverly Elementary, Skaggs Elementary, and Wyatt Elementary, all ranked in the 98th percentile or higher within a 2-mile radius. Despite this intense competition, Anderson holds its own, particularly in math and science. For instance, it consistently outperforms its closest neighbor, Taylor Elementary (0.88 miles away), in mathematics across all grade levels—3rd-grade math proficiency was 77.2% at Anderson versus 66.4% at Taylor. The school also demonstrates notable efficiency, spending less per student ($7,990) than nearby peers like Skaggs ($11,790) and Beverly ($11,523) while achieving comparable or better results.
While Anderson’s overall performance is excellent, there are some areas to watch. The school’s state ranking has gradually declined from a peak of 55th (2021-2022) to its current 151st, and 4th-grade reading proficiency (72.5%) slightly trails the district average (73.8%). Performance for students from low socio-economic backgrounds also dropped from the 94th to the 69th percentile between 2023-2024 and 2025-2026, suggesting some variability in focus. However, the school’s strong math and science programs, combined with its outstanding support for Special Education students, make it a compelling choice for families seeking a well-rounded, high-achieving elementary experience in the Frisco Independent School District (Isd).
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