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Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL

Elementary School · MCKINNEY ISD

2511 CATTLEMAN DR, Mckinney, TX 75070

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,910 of 8,552

In Mckinney

#37 of 45

public schools

In district

#24 of 31

MCKINNEY ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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6.0/10

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About Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL is a public elementary school in Mckinney, TX, part of MCKINNEY ISD. Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,910 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,139
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL — Students at Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (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
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
55.6%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL Compares

See how Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

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

2511 CATTLEMAN DR, Mckinney, TX 75070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAUBION MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mckinney, see our Mckinney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SERENITY HIGH Mckinney 0.5 mi
MCKINNEY NORTH H S Mckinney 0.5 mi 7.6
SCOTT MORGAN JOHNSON MIDDLE Mckinney 0.9 mi 7.0
HERMAN LAWSON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Mckinney 1.5 mi 3.9
DR JACK COCKRILL MIDDLE Mckinney 1.4 mi 8.6
SLAUGHTER EL Mckinney 1.6 mi 7.8
SPECIAL PROG CTR/J J A E P Anna 1.4 mi
J J A E P Mckinney 1.5 mi
FAUBION MIDDLE Mckinney 1.6 mi 8.0
IMAGINE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF NORTH TEXAS Mckinney 1.7 mi 8.1
COLLIN CO J J A E P Allen 1.9 mi
COLLIN CO J J A E P Celina 1.9 mi
COLLIN CO J J A E P Nevada 1.9 mi
COLLIN CO J J A E P Frisco 1.9 mi
COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER Mckinney 1.9 mi 4.5
COLLIN CO J J A E P Melissa 1.9 mi
PLANO JJAEP Plano 1.9 mi
COLLIN CO J J A E P Prosper 1.9 mi
COLLIN COUNTY JJAEP Royse City 1.9 mi
COLLIN CO J J A E P Wylie 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,549

Median Home Value

$429,300

Median Rent

$1,799/mo

Population

59,859

College Educated

56.7%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL

What grades does Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL serve?

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL?

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL rank in TX?

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL ranks #4,910 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL a charter school?

No, Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL a Title I school?

No, Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega EL?

73.4% of students at Jose De Jesus and Maria Luisa Vega 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

District

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

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