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#5233 of 8,552 schools in TX
Meadows EL
Elementary School · PLANO ISD
2800 18TH ST, Plano, TX 75074
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,233 of 8,552
In Plano
#47 of 66
public schools
In district
#49 of 71
PLANO ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Meadows EL
Elementary School in Plano · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Meadows EL
Meadows EL is a public elementary school in Plano, TX, part of PLANO ISD. Meadows EL serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,233 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Meadows EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Meadows EL — Students at Meadows EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.1/10.
How Meadows EL Compares
See how Meadows EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2800 18TH ST, Plano, TX 75074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCCALL EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HICKEY EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 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 | 4.0 |
| BOWMAN MIDDLE Plano | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MEMORIAL EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| WILLIAMS H S Plano | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FORMAN EL Plano | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ARMSTRONG MIDDLE Plano | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MENDENHALL EL Plano | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| DOOLEY EL Plano | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BARRON EL Plano | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ISAACS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plano | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| OTTO MIDDLE Plano | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| PLANO EAST SR H S Plano | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PEARSON EARLY CHILDHOOD Plano | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HICKEY EL Plano | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BRECKINRIDGE PARK Richardson | 2.5 mi | — |
| MCCALL EL Plano | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BRECKINRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richardson | 2.7 mi | — |
| ACADEMY H S Plano | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERT & IOLA LEE DAVIS MALVERN EL Mckinney, TX | 5.8 |
| BANQUETE EL Banquete, TX | 5.8 |
| BEASLEY EL Mesquite, TX | 5.8 |
| CARVAJAL EL San Antonio, TX | 5.8 |
| CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Austin, TX | 5.8 |
| CHICO EL Chico, TX | 5.8 |
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 ranks #5,233 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Meadows EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadows EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (469) 752-2400
Resources & Links
District
PLANO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,899
- Schools in District
- 77
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,384
- District Rank
- #49 of 71
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