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#3507 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
Based on limited data
Edna Bigham Mays EL
Elementary School · TROY ISD
P O BOX 409, Troy, TX 76579
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,507 of 8,552
In Troy
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
TROY ISD
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Edna Bigham Mays EL
Elementary School in Troy · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edna Bigham Mays EL
Edna Bigham Mays EL is a public elementary school in Troy, TX, part of TROY ISD. Edna Bigham Mays EL serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edna Bigham Mays EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,507 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Edna Bigham Mays EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Edna Bigham Mays EL Compares
See how Edna Bigham Mays EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 409, Troy, TX 76579
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edna Bigham Mays EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOODY EL (rated 7.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Moody), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JEFFERSON EL (rated 6.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Temple), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TROY EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYMOND MAYS MIDDLE Troy | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TROY H S Troy | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| TROY EL Troy | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON EL Temple | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MOODY H S Moody | 6.3 mi | 8.4 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Temple | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TEMPLE H S Temple | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
| KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BRUCEVILLE-EDDY EL Eddy | 7.6 mi | 5.0 |
| BRUCEVILLE-EDDY H S Eddy | 7.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BRUCEVILLE-EDDY J H Eddy | 7.6 mi | 4.5 |
| BRUCEVILLE-EDDY INT Eddy | 7.6 mi | 4.4 |
| AXTELL/BE DAEP Eddy | 7.6 mi | — |
| HECTOR P GARCIA EL Temple | 7.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MOODY EL Moody | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MOODY PRE-K Moody | 7.8 mi | 3.4 |
| MOODY MIDDLE Moody | 7.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WHEATLEY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Temple | 8.4 mi | 3.2 |
| FRED W EDWARDS ACADEMY AEC Temple | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PRIORITY CHARTER SCHOOLS TEMPLE Morgans Point Resort | 7.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76579 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,146
Median Home Value
$225,500
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
5,729
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
35.5
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| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY AT CARRIE F THOMAS North Richland Hills, TX | 6.9 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
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| ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown, TX | 6.9 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edna Bigham Mays EL
What grades does Edna Bigham Mays EL serve?
Edna Bigham Mays EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Edna Bigham Mays EL?
Edna Bigham Mays EL has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edna Bigham Mays EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Edna Bigham Mays EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edna Bigham Mays EL rank in TX?
Edna Bigham Mays EL ranks #3,507 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Edna Bigham Mays EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Edna Bigham Mays EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Edna Bigham Mays EL a charter school?
No, Edna Bigham Mays EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edna Bigham Mays EL a Title I school?
No, Edna Bigham Mays EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edna Bigham Mays EL?
61.4% of students at Edna Bigham Mays EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (254) 938-0304
Resources & Links
District
TROY ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,706
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,730
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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