Summary:
The 16 schools in Plano, Texas zip code 75075 serve students from elementary through high school, primarily under the highly-rated Plano Independent School District (Isd), and present a clear contrast between top-tier performers and schools facing significant challenges.
The standout school is Academy High School, a small specialized school with a 5-star rating and a 100% graduation rate, far outperforming other high schools like Plano Senior High School (4-star, 95.2% graduation) and Vines High School. Among middle schools, Haggard Middle and Wilson Middle both excel, with over 95% of students proficient in Algebra I. At the elementary level, Shepard Elementary (4-star) leads, while Jackson Elementary and Sigler Elementary (both 1-star) struggle with low test scores. The area also includes Harmony Science Academy - Plano (4-star, from Harmony Public Schools - North Texas) and Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy Plano (from Legacy Preparatory), which underperforms.
A key finding is that schools with the highest spending per student, like Weatherford Elementary ($14,175), often have the lowest ratings, while Plano Senior High School spends the least ($8,767) yet earns a 4-star rating. This paradox highlights that higher spending is typically a response to greater student needs, not a guarantee of success. Overall, the zip code offers excellent options for families seeking high-performing schools, particularly at the middle and high school levels, but also reveals significant disparities that parents should investigate carefully.
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