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Prestwick EL

Elementary School · LITTLE ELM ISD

3101 STONEFIELD, The Colony, TX 75056

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In The Colony

#6 of 9

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#2,410 of 4,678

In district

#5 of 9

LITTLE ELM ISD

About Prestwick EL

Prestwick Elementary serves 469 students in grades PK-5 in The Colony, Texas, earning recognition as one of the state's higher-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking in the 85th percentile statewide at #1282 out of 8598 Texas schools, Prestwick demonstrates strong academic achievement across its programs. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1 with 32 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Academic performance shows solid results with 57% of students achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 50% reaching proficiency in Math across grade levels, contributing to the school's impressive 8.3 out of 10 academic score. Prestwick Elementary draws families from a well-established community where the median household income reaches $111,589 and 53% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 7.3% and median home values of $386,400 reflect the area's economic stability and investment in education.

Located on Stonefield Drive in this large suburban community of over 65,000 residents in Denton County, Prestwick Elementary serves families in a thriving area that values educational excellence and community engagement.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.8Above Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency54%
Expected (poverty-adj.)65%
vs. Expected-11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,013

Prestwick EL — Students at Prestwick EL score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 50.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

How Prestwick EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
6.8/10
6.8/10
Environment
4.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Location

3101 STONEFIELD, The Colony, TX 75056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prestwick EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NICHOLS EL (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is D H BRENT EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Little Elm), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ETHRIDGE EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in The Colony, see our The Colony schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LOWELL H STRIKE MIDDLE Little Elm 0.8 mi 5.0
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE The Colony 1.6 mi 6.3
PRIMROSE OF FRISCO WEST Frisco 1.6 mi
ETHRIDGE EL The Colony 2.0 mi 7.3
HOSP EL Frisco 2.1 mi 5.8
HACKBERRY EL Frisco 2.6 mi 6.7
LAKESIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY LLC The Colony 2.9 mi
GRIFFIN MIDDLE The Colony 2.6 mi 6.1
PETERS COLONY EL The Colony 2.7 mi 5.7
CREEKWOOD SCHOOL Little Elm 3.1 mi
BLEDSOE EL Frisco 2.8 mi 6.3
SPARKS EL Frisco 3.0 mi 7.3
PIONEER HERITAGE MIDDLE Frisco 3.0 mi 7.3
D H BRENT EL Little Elm 3.3 mi 7.6
CAMEY EL The Colony 3.2 mi 5.5
NICHOLS EL Frisco 3.0 mi 7.8
MORNINGSIDE EL The Colony 3.1 mi 6.7
PEARSON MIDDLE Frisco 3.0 mi 7.5
THE COLONY H S The Colony 3.3 mi 5.4
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI TIMBER RIDGE Frisco 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,806

Median Home Value

$414,600

Median Rent

$1,808/mo

Population

67,978

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Prestwick EL has a median household income of $116,806. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $414,600, with a median rent of $1,808/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. 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 Prestwick EL

What grades does Prestwick EL serve?

Prestwick EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Prestwick EL?

Prestwick EL has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prestwick EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Prestwick EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prestwick EL rank in TX?

Prestwick EL is ranked #4913 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Prestwick EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Prestwick EL has a composite rating of 6.0 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 Prestwick EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prestwick EL has 50.0% math proficiency and 57.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Prestwick EL a charter school?

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

Is Prestwick EL a Title I school?

No, Prestwick EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

8.3% of students at Prestwick 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 (1,569/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (The Colony). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LITTLE ELM ISD
District Enrollment
8,211
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,462
District Rank
#5 of 9

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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