Best Public Schools in Little Elm, TX

The city of Little Elm, Texas is home to 11 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools are spread across three different school districts - Little Elm Independent School District (ISD), Frisco ISD, and Denton ISD - as well as one public charter school, North Texas Collegiate Academy.

Among the standout schools in the area are Robertson Elementary and Miller Elementary, both part of the high-performing Frisco ISD. These schools consistently exceed state and district averages on STAAR tests, with over 70% of students meeting proficiency in reading and math. In contrast, the schools in the Little Elm ISD and Denton ISD generally lag behind the state averages on test scores. However, within the Little Elm ISD, Lowell H Strike Middle stands out with a higher ranking and rating compared to the other middle schools in the district.

The data also reveals significant disparities in student demographics and school funding across the district. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Cesar Chavez Elementary, tend to have lower test scores. Additionally, spending per student varies widely, from $8,051 at Miller Elementary to $11,990 at Cesar Chavez Elementary. These factors likely contribute to the differences in academic performance observed across the schools in the Little Elm area.