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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-10.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Fair30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17%
Reading/ELA Proficiency22%
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,203

Meadows EL — Students at Meadows EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 31.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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.

Overall Score
4.4/10
12th percentile in TX
Academic
3.9/10
3.9/10
Growth
3.0/10
Below average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

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.

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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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

PLANO ISD
District Enrollment
47,899
Schools in District
77
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,384
District Rank
#69 of 71

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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