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#802 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 9% in state

Prairie Trail EL

Elementary School · LEWISVILLE ISD

5555 TIMBER CREEK RD, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#802 of 8,552

In Flower Mound

#16 of 21

public schools

In district

#24 of 61

LEWISVILLE ISD

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Prairie Trail EL

8.5/10

Elementary School in Flower Mound · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Prairie Trail EL

Prairie Trail EL is a public elementary school in Flower Mound, TX, part of LEWISVILLE ISD. Prairie Trail EL serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Trail EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Prairie Trail EL show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,299
Chronic Absenteeism6.5%

Prairie Trail EL — Students at Prairie Trail EL score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 77.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 80.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
69.1%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
66%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Prairie Trail EL Compares

See how Prairie Trail EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in TX
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5555 TIMBER CREEK RD, Flower Mound, TX 75028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie Trail EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCAULIFFE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Highland Village), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGHLAND VILLAGE EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Highland Village), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FLOWER MOUND EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flower Mound, see our Flower Mound schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LAMAR MIDDLE Flower Mound 0.6 mi 8.4
FAITH LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Flower Mound 0.6 mi 3.2
MARCUS H S Flower Mound 0.6 mi 8.6
STEM ACADEMY AT VALLEY RIDGE EL Lewisville 1.0 mi 6.6
BRIARHILL MIDDLE Highland Village 1.2 mi 8.5
TIMBER CREEK EL Flower Mound 1.3 mi 7.5
DEGAN EL Lewisville 1.2 mi 4.2
HUFFINES MIDDLE Lewisville 1.3 mi 4.1
HIGHLAND VILLAGE EL Highland Village 1.5 mi 8.8
MCAULIFFE EL Highland Village 1.5 mi 8.9
LEWISVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewisville 1.6 mi
HERITAGE EL Highland Village 1.6 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lewisville 1.8 mi
FLOWER MOUND EL Flower Mound 1.9 mi 8.6
MARJORY VICKERY EL Flower Mound 2.2 mi 6.4
DELAY MIDDLE Lewisville 2.1 mi 4.2
STEM ACADEMY AT FORESTWOOD MIDDLE Flower Mound 2.6 mi 8.7
LEWISVILLE H S Lewisville 2.5 mi 6.4
ALDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Flower Mound 2.4 mi 6.5
FLOWER MOUND H S Flower Mound 2.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,040

Median Home Value

$458,100

Median Rent

$2,233/mo

Population

48,636

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie Trail EL

What grades does Prairie Trail EL serve?

Prairie Trail EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Prairie Trail EL?

Prairie Trail EL has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Trail EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Trail EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie Trail EL rank in TX?

Prairie Trail EL ranks #802 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Prairie Trail EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie Trail EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Trail EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Trail EL has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Prairie Trail EL a charter school?

No, Prairie Trail EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Prairie Trail EL a Title I school?

No, Prairie Trail EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Trail EL?

26.6% of students at Prairie Trail 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

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

District

LEWISVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
48,440
Schools in District
62
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,299
District Rank
#24 of 61

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