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#2694 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 32% in state

Spears EL

Elementary School · FRISCO ISD

8500 WADE BLVD, Frisco, TX 75034

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,694 of 8,552

In Frisco

#52 of 65

public schools

In district

#60 of 72

FRISCO ISD

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Spears EL

7.3/10

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

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About Spears EL

Spears EL is a public elementary school in Frisco, TX, part of FRISCO ISD. Spears EL serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spears EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,694 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Spears EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,217
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Spears EL — Students at Spears EL score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 77.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
54.4%
ELA
68.2%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
65%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Spears EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

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

8500 WADE BLVD, Frisco, TX 75034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spears EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRISCO MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALLEN EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GUNSTREAM EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Frisco, see our Frisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
HUNT MIDDLE Frisco 0.8 mi 8.4
BRIGHT ACAD Frisco 0.8 mi 6.8
FRISCO H S Frisco 0.7 mi 7.6
LEBANON TRAIL H S Frisco 0.8 mi 7.7
PINNACLE MONTESSORI OF FRISCO Frisco 1.0 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PRESTMONT Frisco 1.3 mi
CLARK MIDDLE Frisco 1.3 mi 8.0
SMITH EL Frisco 1.4 mi 7.4
SHAWNEE TRAIL EL Frisco 1.2 mi 6.4
CHRISTIE EL Frisco 1.7 mi 5.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Frisco 1.8 mi 4.8
STALEY MIDDLE Frisco 2.0 mi 6.1
PATHWAY CHRISTIAN PREP ACADEMY Frisco 2.1 mi 6.9
FRISCO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Frisco 2.3 mi 8.8
ROGERS EL Frisco 2.5 mi 5.6
GUNSTREAM EL Frisco 2.1 mi 7.6
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Frisco 2.1 mi 5.4
ALLEN EL Frisco 2.2 mi 7.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF LAKEHILL Frisco 2.3 mi
WESTER MIDDLE Frisco 2.3 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,945

Median Home Value

$679,500

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

51,059

College Educated

63.3%

Homeownership

40.2%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX 7.3
ALAMO EL Baytown, TX 7.3
ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg, TX 7.3
ANNE L MAGEE EL Edinburg, TX 7.3
ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX 7.3
AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo, TX 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spears EL

What grades does Spears EL serve?

Spears EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Spears EL?

Spears EL has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spears EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Spears EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spears EL rank in TX?

Spears EL ranks #2,694 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Spears EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Spears EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Spears EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spears EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Spears EL a charter school?

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

Is Spears EL a Title I school?

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

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

23.7% of students at Spears 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

FRISCO ISD
District Enrollment
66,698
Schools in District
77
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,217
District Rank
#60 of 72

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