Purefoy Elementary

Purefoy Elementary in Frisco, TX, serves 606 students from Pre-K through 5th grade and is part of the highly-rated Frisco Independent School District (Isd). While the school has a strong historical track record, consistently earning 4 or 5 stars over the past decade, its recent performance shows a notable decline from its peak years. The school's student-teacher ratio is a favorable 13.5, and only 10.4% of students are economically disadvantaged, reflecting the affluent neighborhood it serves.

The most significant concern for parents is Purefoy's sharp drop in mathematics proficiency. For example, 3rd-grade math scores fell to 51% proficient in 2025-2026, which is 13.5 points below the district average and the lowest among nearby schools. This is a dramatic shift from just two years prior, when scores were above the district average. In contrast, reading scores remain strong, with 5th-grade reading at 82%—above the district average. The school excels with its Gifted and Talented students, ranking in the 94th percentile, but struggles to support its low socio-economic status and "At Risk" students, whose performance has plummeted. This suggests resources may be heavily focused on high-achieving students at the expense of others.

When compared to its neighbors, Purefoy's decline stands out. Just 0.42 miles away, Pink Elementary serves a similar demographic but ranks in the 98th percentile overall, with 3rd-grade math at 79% proficient—28 points higher than Purefoy. Other nearby schools like Newman Elementary and Fisher Elementary also outperform Purefoy, which now ranks in the 89th percentile. This unusual pattern for a Frisco ISD school points to school-specific issues, such as curriculum changes or teacher turnover, rather than demographic factors. Parents should investigate the school's math instruction and support for all learners to understand if it's the right fit for their child.