Excellent
#178 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Tibbals EL
Elementary School · WYLIE ISD
P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#178 of 8,552
In Wylie
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#2 of 20
WYLIE ISD
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Tibbals EL
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About Tibbals EL
Tibbals EL is a public elementary school in Wylie, TX, part of WYLIE ISD. Tibbals EL serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tibbals EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Tibbals EL show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Tibbals EL — Students at Tibbals EL score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
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: 9.3/10.
How Tibbals EL Compares
See how Tibbals 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
P O BOX 490, Wylie, TX 75098
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tibbals EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RITA SMITH EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DON WHITT EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHERI COX EL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wylie, see our Wylie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R V GROVES EL Wylie | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| MURPHY MIDDLE Murphy | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MCMILLEN H S Murphy | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BOGGESS EL Murphy | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| HUNT EL Murphy | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI OF MURPHY Murphy | 1.7 mi | — |
| WYLIE H S Wylie | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| RAYMOND B COOPER J H Wylie | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| DR AL DRAPER INTERMED Wylie | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHELL EL Richardson | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| DODD EL Wylie | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| RITA SMITH EL Wylie | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| MILLER EL Richardson | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| DON WHITT EL Wylie | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| FRANK MCMILLAN J H Wylie | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| DAVIS INT Wylie | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BRECKINRIDGE PARK Richardson | 2.9 mi | — |
| PLANO EAST SR H S Plano | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CHERI COX EL Wylie | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| LUNA EL Garland | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
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 Tibbals EL
What grades does Tibbals EL serve?
Tibbals EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Tibbals EL?
Tibbals EL has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tibbals EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tibbals EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tibbals EL rank in TX?
Tibbals EL ranks #178 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tibbals EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tibbals EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Tibbals EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tibbals EL has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tibbals EL a charter school?
No, Tibbals EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tibbals EL a Title I school?
No, Tibbals EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tibbals EL?
16.9% of students at Tibbals 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.2%
- Phone
- (972) 429-2520
Resources & Links
District
WYLIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 19,231
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,136
- District Rank
- #2 of 20
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