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#1244 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 15% in state

Bill Hays Middle

Middle School · PROSPER ISD

14441 HILLCREST RD, Frisco, TX 75035

Enrollment

1,913

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,244 of 8,552

In Frisco

#25 of 65

public schools

In district

#10 of 22

PROSPER ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bill Hays Middle

8.2/10

Middle School in Frisco · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bill Hays Middle

Bill Hays Middle is a public middle school in Frisco, TX, part of PROSPER ISD. Bill Hays Middle serves approximately 1,913 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bill Hays Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,244 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bill Hays Middle show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,664
Chronic Absenteeism5.1%

Bill Hays Middle — Students at Bill Hays Middle score 72% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
64.6%
ELA
70.5%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
80%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Bill Hays Middle Compares

See how Bill Hays Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
112 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14441 HILLCREST RD, Frisco, TX 75035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bill Hays Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MAUS MIDDLE (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROACH MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LORENE ROGERS MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Prosper), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Frisco, see our Frisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
JIM SPRADLEY EL Frisco 0.7 mi 8.8
TADLOCK EL Frisco 1.1 mi 7.8
SEM EL Frisco 1.2 mi 8.4
AVVAI TAMIL CENTER Frisco 1.3 mi 5.4
ROCK HILL H S Frisco 1.3 mi 6.9
MAUS MIDDLE Frisco 1.7 mi 8.7
SCOTT EL Mckinney 1.6 mi 8.2
R STEVE FOLSOM EL Prosper 2.0 mi 8.0
JIM AND BETTY HUGHES EL Mckinney 1.8 mi 8.3
MOONEYHAM EL Mckinney 1.8 mi 8.3
JACK AND JUNE FURR EL Mckinney 1.9 mi 8.5
LORENE ROGERS MIDDLE Prosper 2.1 mi 7.5
GRACE COVENANT ACADEMY-FRISCO Frisco 2.1 mi 5.8
JUDY RUCKER EL Prosper 2.4 mi 7.5
LISCANO EL Frisco 2.4 mi 8.7
FRISCO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Frisco 2.5 mi 8.8
ROACH MIDDLE Frisco 2.3 mi 8.2
HERITAGE H S Frisco 2.4 mi 7.9
ROGERS EL Frisco 2.6 mi 5.6
SONNTAG EL Mckinney 2.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,030

Median Home Value

$562,300

Median Rent

$2,171/mo

Population

86,135

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bill Hays Middle

What grades does Bill Hays Middle serve?

Bill Hays Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bill Hays Middle?

Bill Hays Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,913 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Hays Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bill Hays Middle is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bill Hays Middle rank in TX?

Bill Hays Middle ranks #1,244 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bill Hays Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bill Hays Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bill Hays Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bill Hays Middle has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Bill Hays Middle a charter school?

No, Bill Hays Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bill Hays Middle a Title I school?

No, Bill Hays Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,913
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
112
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

District

PROSPER ISD
District Enrollment
28,467
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,664
District Rank
#10 of 22

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