Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J B Wilmeth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Wilmeth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J B Wilmeth Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
'Every Student, Every Day!'
School Rankings
J B Wilmeth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J B Wilmeth Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
56%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Wilmeth Elementary School's ranking?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J B Wilmeth Elementary School often compared to?
J B Wilmeth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finch Elementary School, Burks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J B Wilmeth Elementary School?
495 students attend J B Wilmeth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of J B Wilmeth Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J B Wilmeth Elementary School?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J B Wilmeth Elementary School offer ?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J B Wilmeth Elementary School part of?
J B Wilmeth Elementary School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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