Excellent
#1524 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 18% in state
Plum Creek EL
Elementary School · JOSHUA ISD
500 PLUM ST, Joshua, TX 76058
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,524 of 8,552
In Joshua
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
JOSHUA ISD
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Plum Creek EL
Elementary School in Joshua · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Plum Creek EL
Plum Creek EL is a public elementary school in Joshua, TX, part of JOSHUA ISD. Plum Creek EL serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Plum Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Plum Creek EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Plum Creek EL — Students at Plum Creek EL score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
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: 7.6/10.
How Plum Creek EL Compares
See how Plum Creek EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 PLUM ST, Joshua, TX 76058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plum Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Keene), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH JOSHUA EL (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Burleson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A G ELDER EL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Joshua, see our Joshua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HORIZON H S Joshua | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSHUA H S NINTH GRADE CAMPUS Joshua | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| JOSHUA H S Joshua | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| A G ELDER EL Joshua | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| H D STAPLES EL Joshua | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| JOSHUA ADVENTIST MULTIGRADE SCHOOL Joshua | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| JOSHUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Joshua | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| R C LOFLIN MIDDLE Joshua | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH JOSHUA EL Burleson | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CADDO GROVE EL Joshua | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| TOM AND NITA NICHOLS MIDDLE Burleson | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| PLEASANT VIEW EL Joshua | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| SYCAMORE ACADEMY Keene | 4.4 mi | 4.8 |
| IRVING EL Cleburne | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHNSON COUNTY J J A E P Cleburne | 4.9 mi | — |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL ACADEMY Keene | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| KEENE EL Keene | 5.2 mi | 4.3 |
| THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Keene | 5.2 mi | 8.7 |
| KEENE J H Keene | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| KEENE H S Keene | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,719
Median Home Value
$224,500
Median Rent
$1,347/mo
Population
21,531
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plum Creek EL
What grades does Plum Creek EL serve?
Plum Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Plum Creek EL?
Plum Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plum Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Plum Creek EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plum Creek EL rank in TX?
Plum Creek EL ranks #1,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Plum Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Plum Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Plum Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plum Creek EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plum Creek EL a charter school?
No, Plum Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plum Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Plum Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plum Creek EL?
55.2% of students at Plum Creek 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.5%
- Phone
- (817) 202-2500
Resources & Links
District
JOSHUA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,020
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,068
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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