Below Average
#7485 of 8,547 schools in TX
Meadows EL
Elementary School · PLANO ISD
2800 18TH ST, Plano, TX 75074
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Plano
#64 of 66
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#3,843 of 4,678
In district
#69 of 71
PLANO ISD
School environment
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Meadows EL
Meadows Elementary serves 364 students in grades kindergarten through fifth in Plano, Texas. This public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong overall performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1187 out of 8598 schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Texas elementary schools.
This solid ranking reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education to its students. Meadows Elementary is situated in a well-established neighborhood where the median household income reaches $78,441 and the median home value is $322,100. The community shows a strong emphasis on education, with 42% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%.
This educational focus within the community creates a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement. The school operates within Collin County in the growing city of Plano, benefiting from the resources and opportunities that come with a large metropolitan area while serving a stable residential community of over 51,000 residents in the surrounding area.
Score Breakdown
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Meadows EL — Students at Meadows EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
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: 3.0/10.
How Meadows EL Compares
See how Meadows EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 46% (2019) to 17% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 35% (2019) to 22% (2021).
Location
2800 18TH ST, Plano, TX 75074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HICKEY EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCCALL EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEAD START Plano | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BOWMAN MIDDLE Plano | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MEMORIAL EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| WILLIAMS H S Plano | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FORMAN EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ARMSTRONG MIDDLE Plano | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MENDENHALL EL Plano | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| DOOLEY EL Plano | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BARRON EL Plano | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ISAACS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plano | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| OTTO MIDDLE Plano | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PLANO EAST SR H S Plano | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD Plano | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| HICKEY EL Plano | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BRECKINRIDGE PARK Richardson | 2.5 mi | — |
| MCCALL EL Plano | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BRECKINRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richardson | 2.7 mi | — |
| ACADEMY H S Plano | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,185
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
53,146
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
35
Community Profile
The community surrounding Meadows EL has a median household income of $84,185. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,300, with a median rent of $1,678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVERT EL Houston, TX | 4.4 |
| CARRILLO EL Houston, TX | 4.4 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ EL Little Elm, TX | 4.4 |
| FONWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston, TX | 4.4 |
| GARDEN PARK EL Brownsville, TX | 4.4 |
| GARRIGA EL Port Isabel, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadows EL
What grades does Meadows EL serve?
Meadows EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadows EL?
Meadows EL has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadows EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadows EL is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadows EL rank in TX?
Meadows EL is ranked #7485 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadows EL has a composite rating of 4.4 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 Meadows EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Meadows EL has 31.5% math proficiency and 28.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Meadows EL a charter school?
No, Meadows EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadows EL a Title I school?
No, Meadows EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadows EL?
89.6% of students at Meadows 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
- City Safety
- High (1,621/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plano). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (469) 752-2400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PLANO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,899
- Schools in District
- 77
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,384
- District Rank
- #69 of 71
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
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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