Tommie Dobie Bothwell Elementary

Tommie Dobie Bothwell Elementary is a K-5 school in Celina, TX, serving 472 students within the Celina Independent School District (Isd), and it stands out as the top-ranked elementary school in the district with a 4-star rating, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide for the 2025-2026 school year.

Bothwell Elementary is a clear academic leader within its district, consistently outperforming its peers. For example, in 3rd Grade Reading, Bothwell scored 70.41% proficient, while O'Dell Elementary scored 42.86% and Marcy B Lykins Elementary scored 46.94%. The school also boasts a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, which is lower than O'Dell's 18.8:1 and Lykins' 13.7:1, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention. A standout strength is its exceptional support for English Language Learners, ranking in the 90th percentile for this subgroup, which is a remarkable achievement. However, the school faces stiff competition from the neighboring Prosper Independent School District (Isd), where schools like Lilyana Elementary (96th percentile) and Ralph And Mary Lynn Boyer Elementary (95th percentile) generally achieve higher raw test scores.

While Bothwell excels overall, there are areas for growth. The school's performance for students from low socio-economic backgrounds ranks in the 31st percentile, indicating an equity gap that needs attention. Additionally, 5th Grade Science scores, while above state and district averages, are not as dominant as its Reading and Math results, suggesting an opportunity to strengthen science instruction. For families within Celina ISD, Bothwell is an excellent choice, particularly for those with English Language Learners, but it may not be the absolute top academic option when compared to the highest-performing schools in the broader Prosper ISD area.