Gulledge Elementary

Gulledge Elementary in Plano, TX, is a high-performing K-5 school in the Plano Independent School District (Isd) that serves 692 students and has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for ten consecutive years, consistently ranking in the 92nd to 97th percentile statewide.

What truly sets Gulledge apart is its remarkable consistency and equitable excellence. While nearby schools like Mathews Elementary have shown significant ranking volatility, Gulledge has never dropped below the 92nd percentile in the last decade, making it a reliably excellent choice for parents. The school is particularly outstanding in science, with 66.09% of 5th graders proficient compared to the district average of 39.12% and the state average of 29.57%. Even more impressive, Gulledge ranks in the 98th percentile for serving low socio-economic status students, a full 15 points higher than its overall rank, demonstrating exceptional effectiveness at closing achievement gaps. This is especially notable given that the school is the largest in its vicinity, nearly double the size of high-performing neighbors like Wyatt Elementary (318 students) and Skaggs Elementary (356 students), yet it maintains top-tier quality.

For parents seeking a predictable, high-quality education, Gulledge represents a lower-risk choice compared to nearby schools with more variable performance. For instance, Daffron Elementary (1.29 miles away) dropped from the 73rd to 57th percentile recently, while Haun Elementary (0.78 miles away) has significantly lower science scores (36.08% vs. 66.09%). Even compared to Riddle Elementary in Frisco Independent School District (Isd), Gulledge provides a more balanced academic experience across all grade levels. One interesting note: while Gulledge excels with its general and at-risk populations, its Gifted and Talented program ranks slightly lower at the 82nd percentile, suggesting core instruction is exceptionally strong but enrichment for the highest achievers may be less differentiated.