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#979 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 11% in state

James and Margie Marion EL

Elementary School · ALLEN ISD

1595 STABLERUN, Allen, TX 75002

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#979 of 8,552

In Allen

#9 of 21

public schools

In district

#8 of 21

ALLEN ISD

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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James and Margie Marion EL

8.3/10

Elementary School in Allen · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About James and Margie Marion EL

James and Margie Marion EL is a public elementary school in Allen, TX, part of ALLEN ISD. James and Margie Marion EL serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. James and Margie Marion EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #979 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for James and Margie Marion EL show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.7 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,417
Chronic Absenteeism5.6%

James and Margie Marion EL — Students at James and Margie Marion EL score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 82.2% (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
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
69.7%
ELA
70.8%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
81%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How James and Margie Marion EL Compares

See how James and Margie Marion EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
89th percentile in TX
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

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

1595 STABLERUN, Allen, TX 75002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James and Margie Marion EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JENNY PRESTON EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROBERT L PUSTER EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Fairview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Allen, see our Allen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
OAK BROOK SCHOOL ALLEN Allen 0.8 mi 6.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ALLEN Allen 1.0 mi 3.4
GENE M REED EL Allen 1.1 mi 6.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAST ALLEN Allen 1.0 mi
DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON EL Allen 1.1 mi 8.0
WALTER & LOIS CURTIS MIDDLE Allen 1.4 mi 8.0
THE ACADEMY AT CHURCH ELEVEN32 Allen 1.4 mi 4.8
ALLEN H S Allen 1.5 mi 6.6
LOWERY FRESHMAN CENTER Allen 1.6 mi 6.3
LOVEJOY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Allen 1.7 mi 7.1
ALVIS C STORY EL Allen 2.1 mi 5.3
JENNY PRESTON EL Allen 1.9 mi 8.7
ROBERT L PUSTER EL Fairview 2.2 mi 8.5
SLOAN CREEK INT Fairview 2.0 mi 8.6
LOVEJOY H S Lucas 2.2 mi 8.4
DISCOVERY DAYS Allen 2.2 mi
W E PETE FORD MIDDLE Allen 2.4 mi 8.1
GEM EXPRESS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Lucas 2.6 mi
BOLIN EL Parker 3.0 mi 7.6
ARTHUR H MCNEIL EL Mckinney 2.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,306

Median Home Value

$403,800

Median Rent

$1,967/mo

Population

73,295

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James and Margie Marion EL

What grades does James and Margie Marion EL serve?

James and Margie Marion EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend James and Margie Marion EL?

James and Margie Marion EL has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James and Margie Marion EL?

The student-teacher ratio at James and Margie Marion EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James and Margie Marion EL rank in TX?

James and Margie Marion EL ranks #979 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is James and Margie Marion EL's MySchoolScout rating?

James and Margie Marion EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 James and Margie Marion EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James and Margie Marion EL has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is James and Margie Marion EL a charter school?

No, James and Margie Marion EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James and Margie Marion EL a Title I school?

No, James and Margie Marion EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James and Margie Marion EL?

20.5% of students at James and Margie Marion 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

District

ALLEN ISD
District Enrollment
21,370
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,417
District Rank
#8 of 21

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