Excellent
#32 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Prairie Creek EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
2120 E PRAIRIE CREEK DR, Richardson, TX 75080
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#32 of 8,552
In Richardson
#1 of 35
public schools
In district
#1 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Prairie Creek EL
Elementary School in Richardson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Creek EL
Prairie Creek EL is a public elementary school in Richardson, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Prairie Creek EL serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Creek EL show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Prairie Creek EL — Students at Prairie Creek EL score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Prairie Creek EL Compares
See how Prairie Creek 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
2120 E PRAIRIE CREEK DR, Richardson, TX 75080
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANYON CREEK EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALDRIDGE EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richardson, see our Richardson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) Carrollton | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| NORTHRICH EL Richardson | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTH DALLAS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Richardson | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ALDRIDGE EL Richardson | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CANYON CREEK EL Richardson | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF N. RICHARDSON @ LOOKOUT Richardson | 1.3 mi | — |
| RICHARDSON NORTH J H Richardson | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Richardson | 1.5 mi | — |
| QALAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Richardson | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| RICHARDSON TERRACE EL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Richardson | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WIND ROSE ACADEMY Plano | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| GREENWOOD HILLS EL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| MESSIAH LUTHERAN LAMBS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano | 2.1 mi | — |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| YALE EL Richardson | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MARK TWAIN EL Richardson | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET Richardson | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| RICHARDSON HEIGHTS EL Richardson | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SIGLER EL Plano | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,773
Median Home Value
$420,000
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
52,746
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
31.4
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| HIDALGO PARK EL Hidalgo, TX | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Creek EL
What grades does Prairie Creek EL serve?
Prairie Creek EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Prairie Creek EL?
Prairie Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Creek EL is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Creek EL rank in TX?
Prairie Creek EL ranks #32 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Prairie Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Prairie Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Creek EL has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Prairie Creek EL a charter school?
No, Prairie Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Prairie Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Creek EL?
7.9% of students at Prairie 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.7%
- Phone
- (469) 593-6300
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #1 of 54
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