Skaggs Elementary

Skaggs Elementary is a K-5 public school in Plano, TX, serving 356 students as part of the Plano Independent School District (Isd) and consistently ranks among the top 2% of elementary schools in Texas, currently holding the #73 spot out of 4,627 schools statewide.

What truly sets Skaggs apart is its exceptional science and math performance. In 5th-grade science, the school achieved a 71.62% proficiency rate—nearly double the district average and more than double the state average. This isn't a one-year fluke; Skaggs has maintained science scores 30-40 percentage points above the state average for three consecutive years. In mathematics, proficiency rates across all grade levels hover around 85-89%, which is roughly 30 points higher than the state average. This math advantage is wider than what nearby top performers like Wyatt Elementary (just 0.85 miles away) or Beverly Elementary show, giving Skaggs a clear edge in STEM subjects. The school also benefits from a very low student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1 and higher per-pupil spending ($11,790) compared to nearby Frisco Independent School District (Isd) schools, which average around $8,000-$8,400 per student.

Skaggs has been remarkably consistent over the past decade, never dropping below the 98th percentile in state rankings. While the school serves all student groups exceptionally well—ranking in the 99th percentile for female students and the 95th percentile for English Language Learners—there is a slight emerging trend worth noting: male students dropped from the 99th to the 96th percentile in the most recent year. Still, Skaggs remains a powerhouse that elevates nearly every demographic to very high achievement levels, making it a standout choice for families prioritizing academic excellence in a supportive, well-funded environment.