Needs Improvement
#7925 of 8,552 schools in TX
Melissa Ridge Education Center
School · MELISSA ISD
3233 FANNIN RD, Melissa, TX 75454
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,925 of 8,552
In Melissa
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
MELISSA ISD
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Melissa Ridge Education Center
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About Melissa Ridge Education Center
Melissa Ridge Education Center is a public school in Melissa, TX, part of MELISSA ISD. Melissa Ridge Education Center serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Melissa Ridge Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,925 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Melissa Ridge Education Center Compares
See how Melissa Ridge Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3233 FANNIN RD, Melissa, TX 75454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melissa Ridge Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. WILLOW WOOD EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mckinney), which scores notably higher. Another option is MELISSA H S (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUDITH L HARLOW EL (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Anna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Melissa, see our Melissa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MELISSA MIDDLE Melissa | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HARRY MCKILLOP EL Melissa | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH CREEK EL Melissa | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MELISSA H S Melissa | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLOW WOOD EL Mckinney | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| RUTH AND HAROLD FRAZIER EL Mckinney | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| JUDITH L HARLOW EL Anna | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| SUE EVELYN RATTAN EL Anna | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| NAOMI PRESS EL Mckinney | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ANNA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Anna | 4.5 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Allen | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Celina | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Nevada | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Frisco | 4.2 mi | — |
| COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER Mckinney | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Melissa | 4.2 mi | — |
| PLANO JJAEP Plano | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Prosper | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN COUNTY JJAEP Royse City | 4.2 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Wylie | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,556
Median Home Value
$421,700
Median Rent
$2,262/mo
Population
20,137
College Educated
50.9%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
36.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melissa Ridge Education Center
What grades does Melissa Ridge Education Center serve?
Melissa Ridge Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Melissa Ridge Education Center?
Melissa Ridge Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melissa Ridge Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Melissa Ridge Education Center is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melissa Ridge Education Center rank in TX?
Melissa Ridge Education Center ranks #7,925 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Melissa Ridge Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Melissa Ridge Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Melissa Ridge Education Center a charter school?
No, Melissa Ridge Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melissa Ridge Education Center a Title I school?
No, Melissa Ridge Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melissa Ridge Education Center?
21.2% of students at Melissa Ridge Education Center 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 240
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Collin County
- Phone
- (972) 837-4387
Resources & Links
District
MELISSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,735
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,487
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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