Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman 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
Diversity
School Overview
Newman Elementary School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Newman family fosters critical thinking, creativity and a passion for life-long learning.
School Rankings
Newman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
38%
6%
Hispanic
8%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
39%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
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 Newman Elementary School's ranking?
Newman Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Newman Elementary School often compared to?
Newman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robertson Elementary School, Phillips Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Newman Elementary School?
661 students attend Newman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Newman Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman Elementary School?
Newman Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newman Elementary School offer ?
Newman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newman Elementary School part of?
Newman Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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