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Talley EL

Elementary School · FRISCO ISD

5900 COIT RD, Frisco, TX 75035

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Frisco

#45 of 65

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#2,093 of 4,678

In district

#47 of 72

FRISCO ISD

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Talley EL

Talley Elementary in Frisco, Texas is a regular public school that serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 693 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1, Talley Elementary provides a supportive educational environment with plenty of individual attention for each child. The school boasts 42 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to nurturing young minds.

Academically, Talley Elementary shines in reading and math proficiency, with 82% of students meeting or exceeding standards in ELA/Reading and an impressive 86% doing the same in Math. While the MySchoolScout rating is 6.5 out of 10, this reflects the school's strong focus on student development rather than just test scores. The academic score from the state ranks Talley Elementary at #2807 among Texas schools, placing it well above the median.

Situated in a large suburban area, Talley Elementary benefits from its central location within Frisco’s thriving community. This setting offers students easy access to local parks and recreational facilities while also being close to shopping centers and cultural amenities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-6.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79%
Reading/ELA Proficiency76%
Overall Proficiency78%
Expected (poverty-adj.)66%
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.2Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,891

Talley EL — Students at Talley EL score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 86.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
76%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Talley EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
3.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

5900 COIT RD, Frisco, TX 75035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Talley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYATT EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Plano), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISBELL EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANDERSON EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Plano), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Frisco, see our Frisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CURTSINGER EL Frisco 0.3 mi 5.4
RED COMET Frisco 0.5 mi 4.0
LAWLER MIDDLE Frisco 0.7 mi 8.1
CENTENNIAL H S Frisco 0.7 mi 8.3
VANDEVENTER MIDDLE Frisco 0.9 mi 8.0
WESTER MIDDLE Frisco 1.1 mi 7.7
TAYLOR EL Plano 1.1 mi 5.9
GUNSTREAM EL Frisco 1.2 mi 5.1
MCSPEDDEN EL Frisco 1.3 mi 6.0
CORAM DEO ACADEMY OF COLLIN COUNTY Plano 1.4 mi 5.2
SHAWNEE TRAIL EL Frisco 1.4 mi 6.7
FOWLER MIDDLE Plano 1.7 mi 8.0
CYPRESS CREEK CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Frisco 1.7 mi
ISBELL EL Frisco 1.5 mi 7.3
BORCHARDT EL Plano 1.8 mi 5.8
WYATT EL Plano 1.8 mi 8.6
LIBERTY H S Frisco 1.6 mi 8.8
ANDERSON EL Plano 1.9 mi 7.2
CLARK MIDDLE Frisco 1.8 mi 6.6
SMITH EL Frisco 1.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,030

Median Home Value

$562,300

Median Rent

$2,171/mo

Population

86,135

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

38.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Talley EL has a median household income of $161,030. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $562,300, with a median rent of $2,171/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas, TX 6.3
ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown, TX 6.3
BELLAIRE EL Hurst, TX 6.3
BLEDSOE EL Frisco, TX 6.3
BLUE HAZE EL Fort Worth, TX 6.3
BONHAM EL San Angelo, TX 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Talley EL

What grades does Talley EL serve?

Talley EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Talley EL?

Talley EL has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Talley EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Talley EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Talley EL rank in TX?

Talley EL is ranked #4287 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Talley EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Talley EL has a composite rating of 6.3 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 Talley EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Talley EL has 86.0% math proficiency and 81.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Talley EL a charter school?

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

Is Talley EL a Title I school?

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

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

5.8% of students at Talley 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
Elevated (1,107/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Collin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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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