Excellent
#560 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Willow Wood EL
Elementary School · MELISSA ISD
5780 PARKDALE DR, Mckinney, TX 75071
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
694
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#560 of 8,552
In Mckinney
#2 of 45
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
MELISSA ISD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Wood EL
Elementary School in Mckinney · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willow Wood EL
Willow Wood EL is a public elementary school in Mckinney, TX, part of MELISSA ISD. Willow Wood EL serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Wood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #560 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Wood EL show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Willow Wood EL — Students at Willow Wood EL score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Willow Wood EL Compares
See how Willow Wood 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
5780 PARKDALE DR, Mckinney, TX 75071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Wood EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRY MCKILLOP EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Melissa), with a comparable rating. Another option is NAOMI PRESS EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RUTH AND HAROLD FRAZIER EL (rated 5.2/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mckinney, see our Mckinney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAOMI PRESS EL Mckinney | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MELISSA RIDGE EDUCATION CENTER Melissa | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| RUTH AND HAROLD FRAZIER EL Mckinney | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MELISSA MIDDLE Melissa | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Allen | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Celina | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Nevada | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Frisco | 2.4 mi | — |
| COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER Mckinney | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Melissa | 2.4 mi | — |
| PLANO JJAEP Plano | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Prosper | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN COUNTY JJAEP Royse City | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLLIN CO J J A E P Wylie | 2.4 mi | — |
| SCOTT MORGAN JOHNSON MIDDLE Mckinney | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HARRY MCKILLOP EL Melissa | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SPECIAL PROG CTR/J J A E P Anna | 3.4 mi | — |
| SERENITY HIGH Mckinney | 3.3 mi | — |
| MCKINNEY NORTH H S Mckinney | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MELISSA H S Melissa | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,839
Median Home Value
$448,500
Median Rent
$2,105/mo
Population
69,396
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Wood EL
What grades does Willow Wood EL serve?
Willow Wood EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willow Wood EL?
Willow Wood EL has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Wood EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Wood 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 Willow Wood EL rank in TX?
Willow Wood EL ranks #560 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Willow Wood EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Wood 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 Willow Wood EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Wood EL has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Willow Wood EL a charter school?
No, Willow Wood EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Wood EL a Title I school?
No, Willow Wood EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Wood EL?
19.2% of students at Willow Wood 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
- 694
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (972) 837-2411
Resources & Links
District
MELISSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,735
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,487
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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