Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School?
570 students attend Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School part of?
Jesse Mcgowen Elementary School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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