Summary:
This analysis examines 15 elementary schools in the 75035 zip code, serving grades PK-5 across the highly-rated Frisco Independent School District (Isd) and Prosper Independent School District (Isd), revealing a striking performance gap where a few elite schools achieve top state rankings while others struggle significantly.
The standout schools in this area are Talley Elementary, McSpedden Elementary, Jim Spradley Elementary, and Norris Elementary, all ranking in the 98th to 100th percentile statewide with test scores often exceeding 90% proficiency. In contrast, Shawnee Trail Elementary is the lowest performer, ranking in the 59th-71st percentile with some grades scoring below 50% proficiency, while Christie Elementary and Tadlock Elementary also lag behind district averages. The performance gap strongly correlates with socioeconomic factors, as top schools have free/reduced lunch rates below 5%, while struggling schools range from 24% to 57%. Notably, higher per-student spending does not guarantee better outcomes—Christie Elementary spends the most ($14,016 per student) but performs poorly, while Liscano Elementary spends the least ($7,710) yet ranks in the 96th-99th percentile.
A universal weakness across all schools is 5th-grade Science, where even top performers like Talley Elementary (78.71%) and McSpedden Elementary (76.92%) score 10-15 points lower than Reading, and struggling schools like Shawnee Trail Elementary (25.71%) show critically low results. The two Prosper Independent School District (Isd) schools—Jim Spradley Elementary and Betty Jackson Elementary—are strong contenders, with Jim Spradley matching the elite Frisco ISD schools. Parents should examine individual school data rather than relying solely on district rankings, as performance varies dramatically even within the same district and zip code.
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