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#590 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 7% in state

T F Birmingham EL

Elementary School · WYLIE ISD

P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#590 of 8,552

In Wylie

#10 of 20

public schools

In district

#10 of 20

WYLIE ISD

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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T F Birmingham EL

8.7/10

Elementary School in Wylie · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.8/10

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About T F Birmingham EL

T F Birmingham EL is a public elementary school in Wylie, TX, part of WYLIE ISD. T F Birmingham EL serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. T F Birmingham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for T F Birmingham EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+21.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,136
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

T F Birmingham EL — Students at T F Birmingham EL score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
64.4%
ELA
69.4%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
63%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How T F Birmingham EL Compares

See how T F Birmingham EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in TX
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

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

P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering T F Birmingham EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RITA SMITH EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHERI COX EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DON WHITT EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wylie, see our Wylie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
R F HARTMAN EL Wylie 0.8 mi 8.8
DAVIS INT Wylie 0.9 mi 7.8
FRANK MCMILLAN J H Wylie 0.9 mi 8.6
AB HARRISON INT Wylie 1.2 mi 8.4
GRADY BURNETT J H Wylie 1.4 mi 8.2
ACHIEVE ACADEMY Wylie 1.4 mi 5.3
DODD EL Wylie 1.4 mi 9.1
WYLIE H S Wylie 1.5 mi 7.7
P M AKIN EL Wylie 1.6 mi 8.3
RAYMOND B COOPER J H Wylie 2.0 mi 8.3
VERITAS ACADEMY Wylie 2.1 mi 4.9
DR AL DRAPER INTERMED Wylie 2.1 mi 8.5
GEORGE W BUSH EL Wylie 2.5 mi 9.1
WALLY WATKINS EL Wylie 2.4 mi 9.1
RITA SMITH EL Wylie 2.4 mi 9.2
CHERI COX EL Wylie 2.6 mi 9.2
R V GROVES EL Wylie 2.7 mi 8.9
DON WHITT EL Wylie 3.0 mi 9.2
TIBBALS EL Wylie 3.0 mi 9.2
WYLIE EAST H S Wylie 3.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,587

Median Home Value

$362,900

Median Rent

$1,979/mo

Population

67,513

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about T F Birmingham EL

What grades does T F Birmingham EL serve?

T F Birmingham EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend T F Birmingham EL?

T F Birmingham EL has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at T F Birmingham EL?

The student-teacher ratio at T F Birmingham EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does T F Birmingham EL rank in TX?

T F Birmingham EL ranks #590 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is T F Birmingham EL's MySchoolScout rating?

T F Birmingham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 T F Birmingham EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, T F Birmingham EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is T F Birmingham EL a charter school?

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

Is T F Birmingham EL a Title I school?

No, T F Birmingham EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T F Birmingham EL?

41.4% of students at T F Birmingham 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

WYLIE ISD
District Enrollment
19,231
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,136
District Rank
#10 of 20

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