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Caldwell Elementary

Summary:

Caldwell Elementary is a public elementary school in McKinney, Texas, serving 458 students in grades K-5. The school is part of the McKinney Independent School District, which is ranked 237 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 4-star rating.

Caldwell Elementary stands out for its significantly higher percentage of Hispanic students (57.64%) compared to surrounding schools, which range from 11.09% to 48.22% Hispanic. The school also has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 62.86% to 67.9% over the past three years, higher than the surrounding schools. However, Caldwell Elementary's student performance on STAAR tests is generally lower than the district and state averages, particularly in reading and mathematics. For example, in 2023-2024, the percentage of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in STAAR Reading was 47.06% at Caldwell, compared to 57.73% for the district and 48.85% for the state.

Caldwell Elementary's performance on STAAR tests varies significantly among different student subgroups, with White students generally performing better than African American, Hispanic, and English Language Learner students. The school's statewide ranking has also declined over the past several years, from 1 star out of 5 in 2014-2015 to 4 stars out of 5 in the most recent year. When compared to nearby schools in the same district, Caldwell Elementary generally performs worse on STAAR tests, particularly in reading and mathematics. The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch may be a contributing factor to the school's lower academic performance, and there may be opportunities for the school to implement targeted interventions and support to help all students succeed.


Detail:

Public K-5

 601 W Louisiana St
       McKinney, TX  75069-4527

(469) 302-5500

District: McKinney Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1233rd of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,782 Help


Students who attend Caldwell Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Faubion Middle
High:    McKinney Boyd High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.9 Help
Number of students:  447

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
59.1%
White:
21.3%
African American:
15.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  70.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Caldwell Elementary ranks better than 73.6% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 11th among 20 ranked elementary schools in the McKinney Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 67.38. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Caldwell Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (59.1%), White (21.3%), African American (15%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 70.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Caldwell Elementary is 13.9, which is the 9th best among 20 elementary schools in the McKinney Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Caldwell Elementary is $11,782, which is the 9th highest among 20 elementary schools in the McKinney Independent School District (Isd).
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Caldwell Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Caldwell Elementary 1233rd of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Caldwell Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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McKinney Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks McKinney Independent School District (Isd) 237th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Caldwell Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 44.79 2269th 3465 34.5%
2005 64.58 1283rd 3475 63.1%
2006 70.91 972nd 3476 72.0%
2007 52.32 2097th 3724 43.7%
2008 44.63 2436th 3768 35.4%
2009 26.96 3315th 3884 14.6%
2010 38.23 2912th 3937 26.0%
2011 38.24 3041st 4095 25.7%
2012 40.17 2883rd 4206 31.5%
2013 32.66 3275th 4221 22.4%
2014 43.91 2700th 4260 36.6%
2015 36.46 3039th 4320 29.7%
2016 39.29 2866th 4286 33.1%
2017 27.02 3337th 4329 22.9%
2018 26.89 3389th 4359 22.3%
2019 27.89 3472nd 4479 22.5%
2021 49.21 2076th 4578 54.7%
2022 60.96 1550th 4581 66.2%
2023 51.62 2086th 4647 55.1%
2024 67.38 1233rd 4675 73.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.75 2986th 3226 7.4%
2019 21.66 3028th 3333 9.2%
2021 40.25 2063rd 3446 40.1%
2022 50.01 1648th 3487 52.7%
2023 48.41 1767th 3556 50.3%
2024 33.26 2593rd 3638 28.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.42 1674th 3558 53.0%
2019 35.00 2422nd 3684 34.3%
2021 53.10 1248th 3799 67.1%
2022 71.14 650th 3952 83.6%
2023 54.63 1377th 4086 66.3%
2024 42.96 2355th 4261 44.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 12.68 4168th 4264 2.3%
2019 20.38 3950th 4309 8.3%
2021 49.40 2073rd 4451 53.4%
2022 55.66 1772nd 4477 60.4%
2023 45.75 2499th 4521 44.7%
2024 38.74 2963rd 4560 35.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.42 3651st 4306 15.2%
2019 23.71 3686th 4348 15.2%
2021 42.08 2463rd 4499 45.3%
2022 56.97 1721st 4561 62.3%
2023 51.63 2041st 4588 55.5%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.51 970th 3106 68.8%
2019 36.14 2502nd 3184 21.4%
2021 51.46 1709th 3006 43.1%
2022 66.32 1032nd 2958 65.1%
2023 57.69 1588th 2980 46.7%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.97 3942nd 4240 7.0%
2019 23.37 3799th 4295 11.5%
2021 47.77 2002nd 4331 53.8%
2022 58.06 1543rd 4461 65.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.29 3027th 4319 29.9%
2019 35.04 2993rd 4357 31.3%
2021 53.76 1801st 4498 60.0%
2022 64.61 1351st 4563 70.4%
2023 52.52 2006th 4585 56.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 15.97 2352nd 2483 5.3%
2019 18.39 2338th 2515 7.0%
2021 40.74 1389th 2444 43.2%
2022 29.08 1920th 2421 20.7%
2023 27.20 1964th 2443 19.6%
2024 26.09 2011th 2421 16.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.80 3897th 4168 6.5%
2019 28.30 3389th 4188 19.1%
2021 44.13 2306th 4329 46.7%
2022 59.78 1475th 4376 66.3%
2023 55.52 1744th 4401 60.4%
2024 41.21 2679th 4431 39.5%
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Rank History for White students at Caldwell Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.28 957th 3127 69.4%
2019 47.03 1722nd 3142 45.2%
2021 76.14 514th 3082 83.3%
2022 79.07 404th 3082 86.9%
2023 71.69 721st 3106 76.8%
2024 84.67 241st 3078 92.2%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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All ratings (Avg rating: 3.7)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Open Quote Caldwell is a great school and the only dual language campus in McKinney! Our children have the opportunity for greater success in all aspects of life as they learn everything in Spanish and English beginning in Kinder.
We have terrific teachers and great parents too! Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, January 9, 2017

Open Quote My daughter is a 2nd grader in Caldwell Elementary's two-way dual language program, and I'm consistently impressed with her language abilities. The teachers care, and the school's administration is strong. I highly recommend this school for its dedication to the students and bilingualism. It's such a joy to hear my daughter speak in a foreign language. She's receiving an elite education at a public school. Don't look at test scores alone. They don't reflect what is happening at Caldwell. The children are learning their primary subjects, but also Spanish/English at a critical point for language acquisition. Good for McKinney ISD for offering this amazing, innovative program. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Caldwell Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 299 52 1 140 n/a n/a n/a 0 492
1989 330 52 4 137 1 n/a n/a 0 524
1990 344 59 5 165 0 n/a n/a 0 573
1991 330 54 2 149 3 n/a n/a 0 538
1992 287 68 2 138 2 n/a n/a 0 497
1993 300 65 2 163 4 n/a n/a 0 534
1994 331 105 3 160 2 n/a n/a 0 601
1995 243 103 4 225 0 n/a n/a 0 575
1996 243 103 4 225 0 n/a n/a 0 575
1997 233 98 5 294 1 n/a n/a 0 631
1998 220 96 4 344 5 n/a n/a 0 669
1999 206 74 3 314 7 n/a n/a 0 604
2000 202 74 4 400 4 n/a n/a 0 684
2001 156 97 0 352 4 n/a n/a 0 609
2002 110 64 0 345 0 n/a n/a 0 519
2003 110 64 0 345 0 n/a n/a 0 519
2004 107 58 1 321 0 n/a n/a 0 487
2005 125 66 4 342 0 n/a n/a 0 537
2006 109 67 3 320 0 n/a n/a 0 499
2007 121 61 7 309 2 n/a n/a 0 500
2008 119 54 8 322 2 n/a n/a 0 505
2009 129 69 8 326 1 n/a n/a 0 533
2010 99 55 5 289 3 n/a n/a 0 451
2011 101 65 1 328 2 3 7 0 507
2012 117 82 3 356 2 2 7 0 569
2013 104 59 2 354 3 1 8 0 531
2014 114 61 1 356 3 2 7 0 544
2015 113 54 1 366 0 0 3 0 537
2016 104 53 1 378 1 1 4 0 542
2017 109 51 1 364 3 1 4 0 533
2018 115 51 2 349 4 1 8 0 530
2019 125 46 8 347 2 0 5 0 533
2020 125 40 6 348 2 0 8 0 529
2021 98 67 7 297 2 0 15 0 486
2022 99 57 4 274 2 0 19 0 455
2023 97 68 6 264 3 0 20 0 458
2024 95 67 3 264 1 0 17 0 447

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Caldwell Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 492 25.0 19.6 n/a
1989 524 n/a n/a n/a
1990 573 31.0 18.4 n/a
1991 538 26.1 20.6 n/a
1992 497 28.1 17.6 40.4
1993 534 29.0 18.4 51.5
1994 601 36.7 16.4 35.6
1995 575 34.7 16.6 60.2
1996 575 34.7 16.6 60.2
1997 631 36.8 17.1 57.7
1998 669 38.1 17.6 59
1999 604 39.5 15.3 65.1
2000 684 41.1 16.6 62
2001 609 44.6 13.7 61.4
2002 519 41.7 12.4 77.6
2003 519 41.7 12.4 77.6
2004 487 43.7 11.1 73.7
2005 537 42.7 12.6 75.6
2006 499 38.6 12.9 74.3
2007 500 42.8 11.7 76.8
2008 505 43.8 11.5 80.4
2009 533 41.2 12.9 77.1
2010 451 41.1 10.9 78.5
2011 507 40.7 12.4 77.9
2012 569 42.8 13.2 74.7
2013 531 42.0 12.6 75.9
2014 544 43.5 12.4 70.6
2015 537 38.0 14.1 71.9
2016 542 37.0 14.6 70.7
2017 533 38.5 13.8 67.9
2018 530 37.2 14.2 64.5
2019 533 40.7 13.0 63.6
2020 529 41.9 12.6 62
2021 486 42.4 11.4 65.4
2022 455 39.7 11.4 62.9
2023 458 37.8 12.1 67.9
2024 447 32.0 13.9 70.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Caldwell Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 492 25.0 19.6 n/a
1989 524 n/a n/a n/a
1990 573 31.0 18.4 n/a
1991 538 26.1 20.6 n/a
1992 497 28.1 17.6 40.4
1993 534 29.0 18.4 51.5
1994 601 36.7 16.4 35.6
1995 575 34.7 16.6 60.2
1996 575 34.7 16.6 60.2
1997 631 36.8 17.1 57.7
1998 669 38.1 17.6 59
1999 604 39.5 15.3 65.1
2000 684 41.1 16.6 62
2001 609 44.6 13.7 61.4
2002 519 41.7 12.4 77.6
2003 519 41.7 12.4 77.6
2004 487 43.7 11.1 73.7
2005 537 42.7 12.6 75.6
2006 499 38.6 12.9 74.3
2007 500 42.8 11.7 76.8
2008 505 43.8 11.5 80.4
2009 533 41.2 12.9 77.1
2010 451 41.1 10.9 78.5
2011 507 40.7 12.4 77.9
2012 569 42.8 13.2 74.7
2013 531 42.0 12.6 75.9
2014 544 43.5 12.4 70.6
2015 537 38.0 14.1 71.9
2016 542 37.0 14.6 70.7
2017 533 38.5 13.8 67.9
2018 530 37.2 14.2 64.5
2019 533 40.7 13.0 63.6
2020 529 41.9 12.6 62
2021 486 42.4 11.4 65.4
2022 455 39.7 11.4 62.9
2023 458 37.8 12.1 67.9
2024 447 32.0 13.9 70.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Caldwell Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,294 (11.8%) $9,641 (88.2%) $10,935
2020 $1,273 (11.9%) $9,432 (88.1%) $10,705
2021 $1,753 (14.9%) $10,029 (85.1%) $11,782

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Caldwell Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 3472nd of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 2086th of 4647 Elementary schools
 32.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Caldwell Elementary)4244
 2%
   3rd Grade Reading (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))5362
 9%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Caldwell Elementary)4648
 2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))5651
 5%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Caldwell Elementary)3315
 18%
   3rd Grade Reading (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))3318
 15%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Caldwell Elementary)3612
 24%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))3714
 23%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)3123
 8%
4th Grade Reading (Caldwell Elementary)3455
 21%
   4th Grade Reading (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))5258
 6%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Caldwell Elementary)3054
 24%
   4th Grade Mathematics (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))5554
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Caldwell Elementary)027
 27%
   4th Grade Reading (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))1626
 10%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
4th Grade Mathematics (Caldwell Elementary)4327
 16%
   4th Grade Mathematics (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))1216
 4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)2622
 4%
5th Grade Reading (Caldwell Elementary)3355
 22%
   5th Grade Reading (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))6369
 6%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Caldwell Elementary)3837
 1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))6361
 2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Caldwell Elementary)2819
 9%
   5th Grade Science (McKinney Independent School District (Isd))4846
 2%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students533458
 14.1%
African American4668
 47.8%
American Indian23
 50%
Asian86
 25%
Hispanic347264
 23.9%
Pacific Islander00
White12597
 22.4%
Two or More Races520
 300%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients63.6%67.9%
 4.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Caldwell Elementary

In the 2023-24 school year, 447 students attended Caldwell Elementary.

Students at Caldwell Elementary are 59% Hispanic, 21% White, 15% African American, 4% Two or more races.

Students who attend Caldwell Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Faubion Middle
High : McKinney Boyd High School

Caldwell Elementary ranks 1233rd of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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