Excellent
#771 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Taylor EL
Elementary School · FRISCO ISD
9865 GILLESPIE DR, Plano, TX 75025
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#771 of 8,552
In Plano
#15 of 66
public schools
In district
#17 of 72
FRISCO ISD
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Taylor EL
Elementary School in Plano · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taylor EL
Taylor EL is a public elementary school in Plano, TX, part of FRISCO ISD. Taylor EL serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #771 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor EL show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Taylor EL — Students at Taylor EL score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How Taylor EL Compares
See how Taylor EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9865 GILLESPIE DR, Plano, TX 75025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYATT EL (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SKAGGS EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANDREWS EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORAM DEO ACADEMY OF COLLIN COUNTY Plano | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| FOWLER MIDDLE Plano | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| WYATT EL Plano | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| ANDERSON EL Plano | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CURTSINGER EL Frisco | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| TALLEY EL Frisco | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| SKAGGS EL Plano | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| RICE MIDDLE Plano | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| VANDEVENTER MIDDLE Frisco | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| BORCHARDT EL Plano | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| RED COMET Frisco | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ISBELL EL Frisco | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| LAWLER MIDDLE Frisco | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL H S Frisco | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| WHITE DOVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Plano | 1.8 mi | — |
| ANDREWS EL Plano | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| MCSPEDDEN EL Frisco | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WESTER MIDDLE Frisco | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MATHEWS EL Plano | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| LIBERTY H S Frisco | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,398
Median Home Value
$466,700
Median Rent
$1,942/mo
Population
53,352
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.7
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| AUSTIN EL Coppell, TX | 8.5 |
| BESS BRANNEN EL Freeport, TX | 8.5 |
| BLANTON EL Lantana, TX | 8.5 |
| CANNON EL Grapevine, TX | 8.5 |
| CANYON POINTE EL Tomball, TX | 8.5 |
| CARLISLE EL Plano, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor EL
What grades does Taylor EL serve?
Taylor EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Taylor EL?
Taylor EL has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor EL rank in TX?
Taylor EL ranks #771 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Taylor EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor 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 Taylor EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor EL has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taylor EL a charter school?
No, Taylor EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor EL a Title I school?
No, Taylor EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor EL?
13.5% of students at Taylor 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (469) 633-3625
Resources & Links
District
FRISCO ISD- District Enrollment
- 66,698
- Schools in District
- 77
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,217
- District Rank
- #17 of 72
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