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#2241 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 26% in state

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL

Elementary School · MCKINNEY ISD

300 JOPLIN DR, Mckinney, TX 75071

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,241 of 8,552

In Mckinney

#24 of 45

public schools

In district

#13 of 31

MCKINNEY ISD

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL

7.6/10

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About Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL is a public elementary school in Mckinney, TX, part of MCKINNEY ISD. Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,241 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,139
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL — Students at Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
67.9%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL Compares

See how Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
74th percentile in TX
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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

300 JOPLIN DR, Mckinney, TX 75071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIKE AND JANIE REEVES EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Prosper), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARL & LOTTIE WOLFORD EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLEN OAKS EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mckinney, see our Mckinney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF STONE BROOKE Mckinney 0.2 mi
DOWELL MIDDLE Mckinney 0.4 mi 8.2
MCKINNEY BOYD H S Mckinney 0.7 mi 7.7
GLEN OAKS EL Mckinney 0.9 mi 8.6
LIZZIE NELL CUNDIFF MCCLURE EL Mckinney 1.1 mi 6.8
MIKE AND JANIE REEVES EL Prosper 1.8 mi 9.0
DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE Mckinney 1.6 mi 8.6
ROY LEE WALKER EL Mckinney 1.9 mi 8.5
J B WILMETH EL Mckinney 1.7 mi 8.2
EARL & LOTTIE WOLFORD EL Mckinney 1.9 mi 8.8
DEAN AND MILDRED BENNETT EL Mckinney 1.8 mi 7.4
LEONARD EVANS JR MIDDLE Mckinney 2.0 mi 7.9
REUBEN JOHNSON EL Mckinney 2.3 mi 6.3
IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS Mckinney 2.0 mi 8.1
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT ELDORADO Mckinney 2.3 mi
ELLIOTT EL Mckinney 2.6 mi 6.8
C T EDDINS EL Mckinney 2.2 mi 8.6
JOHN A BAKER Mckinney 2.8 mi 7.9
SLAUGHTER EL Mckinney 2.5 mi 7.8
HERMAN LAWSON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Mckinney 2.6 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,839

Median Home Value

$448,500

Median Rent

$2,105/mo

Population

69,396

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL

What grades does Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL serve?

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL?

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL rank in TX?

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL ranks #2,241 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL a charter school?

No, Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL a Title I school?

No, Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew EL?

32.8% of students at Gary and Bobbye Jack Minshew 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

MCKINNEY ISD
District Enrollment
23,306
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,139
District Rank
#13 of 31

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