McGown Elementary

McGown Elementary in Cypress, TX, is a high-performing public school serving 1,408 students from Pre-K through 5th grade as part of the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (Isd). This school consistently ranks in the top 3% of all Texas elementary schools, currently placing 107th out of 4,627 schools statewide (98th percentile), and its STAAR test scores far exceed district and state averages—for example, 4th-grade Reading proficiency reached 89.08% compared to the district average of 60.34%.

McGown stands out for its exceptional performance across all student groups, ranking in the 99th percentile for Hispanic students and the 96th percentile for English Language Learners, indicating highly effective instructional strategies that close achievement gaps. While the school excels in literacy, math scores show slight variability, with 3rd-grade Math at 74.79% and 5th-grade Math at 71.79%—still well above averages but suggesting a potential area for growth. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.6, the highest among its high-performing peers like Pope Elementary (16.4) and Rennell Elementary (17.2), McGown still achieves top-tier results, likely due to effective teaching and strong community support.

Compared to nearby schools, McGown is the largest elementary in the area and has a very low percentage of students receiving free or reduced lunch (11.29%), which contrasts sharply with schools like Duryea Elementary (84.11%) and Andre Elementary (69.33%) within the same district. This creates a notable divide in school performance tied to neighborhood demographics. McGown’s most direct competitor is Pope Elementary, which has a slightly higher state ranking (82nd) and marginally better math scores, but McGown’s larger enrollment and lower poverty rate make it a strong choice for families seeking a high-achieving academic environment in Cypress.