Summary:
The nine elementary schools in the Prosper Independent School District (Isd) in Prosper, Texas, serve grades Pre-Kindergarten through 5th and are part of a highly-rated, 5-star district that ranks in the 96th percentile statewide. These schools generally perform well above state averages, but significant performance gaps exist between the top and bottom performers, making school choice an important consideration for parents.
Lilyana Elementary stands out as the top academic performer, holding the highest state ranking (96th percentile) and consistently exceeding district averages in reading and math. Cynthia A. Cockrell Elementary is the most improved school, jumping from the 89th to the 94th percentile. In contrast, Windsong Ranch Elementary experienced the most significant decline, dropping from the 94th to the 82nd percentile. Judy Rucker Elementary consistently ranks lowest, with the highest percentage of students on free/reduced lunch (13.22%) and the lowest test scores, particularly in 4th Grade Math (36.17%) and 5th Grade Science (19.05%). Other schools like Joyce Hall Elementary and Ralph And Mary Lynn Boyer Elementary are strong performers, while Chuck And Cindy Stuber Elementary and R Steve Folsom Elementary often lag behind in math and science.
A key takeaway is the "Science Gap," as 5th Grade Science scores are a consistent weak point across the district, with several schools falling well below the already modest district average of 41.35%. Additionally, per-student spending does not directly correlate with performance; for example, Cynthia A. Cockrell Elementary has the highest spending ($9,994) and performs well, while R Steve Folsom Elementary has the second-highest spending ($9,817) but lower scores. This suggests that how funds are allocated matters more than the total amount. Overall, while the district is excellent, parents should carefully review individual school performance, especially in science and math, to find the best fit for their child.
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