Summary
Newman Elementary in Frisco, TX, is a high-performing PK-5 school within the Frisco Independent School District (Isd), serving 594 students and consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Texas. Over the past decade, Newman has never ranked below the 90th percentile statewide, and it has frequently placed in the top 2% of all Texas elementary schools. The school stands out for its exceptional mathematics performance, with 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders scoring well above the district average and outperforming nearby schools like Carroll Elementary, Fisher Elementary, and Robertson Elementary in recent years. Newman also excels in supporting its Special Education students, who ranked in the 95th percentile statewide, and it achieves these results with notably low spending per student ($7,399) compared to peers like Purefoy Elementary ($10,466) and Fisher ($10,265).
While Newman remains a top-tier school, its state ranking has seen a slight decline from the 99th percentile in 2022-2023 to the 96th percentile in 2025-2026. This shift is accompanied by a widening gap in performance for certain student groups. For example, support for Hispanic students dropped from the 92nd percentile in 2023-2024 to the 68th percentile in 2025-2026, and support for low socio-economic status students fell from the 91st percentile in 2022-2023 to the 72nd percentile in 2025-2026. In contrast, the school continues to serve Female, Male, White, and Special Education students at very high levels (94th-96th percentile). Additionally, 5th Grade Science scores have been inconsistent, dropping from 82% proficiency in 2022-2023 to 48.51% in 2024-2025, which is below the district average of 54.09%.
Newman’s closest rival, Pink Elementary, located just 0.51 miles away, holds a slightly higher overall state rank (98th percentile) and outperforms Newman in nearly every subject area for the 2025-2026 school year. This creates an interesting dynamic where two top-tier schools are in close proximity, with Pink currently holding a slight edge. Newman’s low spending per student compared to its peers is a point of pride, but the slight decline in overall rank and growing gaps in subgroup performance may signal that this efficiency model has limits. For parents, Newman offers a strong academic foundation with standout math and special education programs, though it may be worth monitoring recent trends in science and support for diverse student groups.
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