Finch EL

Finch Elementary earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.0 out of 10, ranking first among all 45 public schools in McKinney. That local standing extends statewide: Finch outperforms 98% of Texas public schools, placing it among the top 103 of more than 4,600 elementary schools across the state. The academic score of 8.6 reflects strong subject-area performance across kindergarten through fifth grade.

The growth score — at 9.4 — is the higher of the two and often the more meaningful one for parents. Growth tracks year-over-year student improvement independent of baseline, making it a direct measure of instructional effectiveness. A 9.4 puts Finch near the top of all Texas elementary schools on this dimension.

With 337 students and a student-teacher ratio of 9.9 to 1, Finch keeps classes lean by Texas standards. That ratio gives teachers consistent, direct access to each student — enough room to catch gaps early and adjust before problems compound. For families comparing McKinney elementary schools, Finch's combination of statewide rank, strong growth, and small class environment is difficult to match.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Finch EL offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.