Very Good
#2111 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 25% in state
Harry Mckillop EL
Elementary School · MELISSA ISD
3509 LIBERTY WAY, Melissa, TX 75454
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Melissa
#2 of 5
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,112 of 4,678
In district
#2 of 6
MELISSA ISD
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Harry Mckillop EL
Harry McKillop Elementary serves 944 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Melissa, Texas, with a student-teacher ratio of 18.5:1 and 51 full-time equivalent teachers. As a regular public school in Collin County, Harry McKillop is working to strengthen its academic program, with room for growth in student achievement as reflected in its current state ranking of 7924 out of 8598 Texas elementary schools. The school serves a community with strong economic foundations, where families in the 75454 ZIP code have a median household income of $137,903 and a low poverty rate of just 2.7%.
The area attracts well-educated residents, with 51% holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and median home values of $368,200 reflect the neighborhood's stability and investment in the community. With nearly 1,000 students, Harry McKillop operates as one of the larger elementary schools in the area, providing educational services to a significant portion of Melissa's growing population of over 17,000 residents. The school is positioned in a town setting on the fringe of an urban area, offering families access to both suburban amenities and the educational resources of the expanding Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan region.
Score Breakdown
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Harry Mckillop EL — Students at Harry Mckillop EL score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.2/10.
How Harry Mckillop EL Compares
See how Harry Mckillop EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 77% (2019) to 74% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 74% (2019) to 68% (2021).
Location
3509 LIBERTY WAY, Melissa, TX 75454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry Mckillop EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUE EVELYN RATTAN EL (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Anna), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NAOMI PRESS EL (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Mckinney), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTH CREEK EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Melissa, see our Melissa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH CREEK EL Melissa | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MELISSA MIDDLE Melissa | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MELISSA H S Melissa | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MELISSA RIDGE EDUCATION CENTER Melissa | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| JUDITH L HARLOW EL Anna | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SUE EVELYN RATTAN EL Anna | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLOW WOOD EL Mckinney | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| RUTH AND HAROLD FRAZIER EL Mckinney | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ANNA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Anna | 3.7 mi | — |
| KINGDOM COUNTRY ACADEMY Van Alstyne | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SLAYTER CREEK MIDDLE Anna | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ANNA H S Anna | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSAMOND-SHERLEY EL Anna | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NAOMI PRESS EL Mckinney | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JOE K BRYANT EL Anna | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Allen | 5.3 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Celina | 5.3 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Nevada | 5.3 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Frisco | 5.3 mi | — |
| COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER Mckinney | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,556
Median Home Value
$421,700
Median Rent
$2,262/mo
Population
20,137
College Educated
50.9%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
36.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Harry Mckillop EL has a median household income of $135,556. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $421,700, with a median rent of $2,262/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry Mckillop EL
What grades does Harry Mckillop EL serve?
Harry Mckillop EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harry Mckillop EL?
Harry Mckillop EL has an enrollment of approximately 944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry Mckillop EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry Mckillop EL is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry Mckillop EL rank in TX?
Harry Mckillop EL is ranked #2111 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Harry Mckillop EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry Mckillop EL has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harry Mckillop EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harry Mckillop EL has 75.5% math proficiency and 71.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Harry Mckillop EL a charter school?
No, Harry Mckillop EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry Mckillop EL a Title I school?
No, Harry Mckillop EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry Mckillop EL?
13.5% of students at Harry Mckillop 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.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 944
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (972) 837-2632
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MELISSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,735
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,487
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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