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Bledsoe Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 789 students

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5 stars

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Posted March 21, 2012

Bledsoe Rocks!!!!!!!!!!!! We love the Principal, Ms Woodson, and all the teachers at Bledsoe. They did such great jobs with the kids and we're just so bumbed that we have to go to a different school now due to the new zoning school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 23, 2012

We have been fortunate enough for all three of our daughters to attend Bledsoe since the first year it opened. Our oldest daughter is now a 6th grader at Pioneer and has done beautifully. She received, as her younger sisters currently receive, a fantastic start in her education at Bledsoe. Principal Woodson is a superior leader in every single way. She hires the best-of-the-best teachers and staff. The curriculum is aggressive, comprehensive and diverse. The environment at Bledsoe is warm, loving and nurturing. We feel blessed to be a part of Bledsoe.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 30, 2011

Bledsoe is a brilliant school community. Mrs. Woodson, the principal, is amazing, and her entire staff is phenomenal. We have done multiple moves with our older children, and we've experienced enough schools to know that we are truly blessed to be part of this community. My son is starting third grade this year, and has had wonderful teachers each year since kinder. Hail Bledsoe!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2011

Our daughter went to 3 different scholls in the past 4 years. Dallas, Plano and Frisco ( Bledsoe) She absolutly loves the school! Her words after she started the school was :" Mom, Bledsoe is the best school in the world!" And we are as a pearents- love the school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 9, 2011

This is my daughter's first year at Bledsoe after moving to Frisco from out of state. She has adjusted nicely & likes this school more than her old one. Her teachers have been very approachable & warm. The principal is friendly & nice as well. We have been impressed with its academics & creative & fun assemblies to keep the kids engaged.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2010

Bledsoe is a nice school but you need to take some time its a weird and crazy complicated school.Its Not good.I suggest you to go to Andrews Elementary.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 21, 2010

My step-son attended this school 1st thru 4th grade before Allen Elementary opened. He enjoyed all of his teachers and we did as well.


Posted September 17, 2009

Bledsoe is a school where ALL kids can learn, grow, and be successful! It is a place where differences are celebrated and abilities are nurtured!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 16, 2009

Frisco Elementary is a great school academically and socially. Our kids are well rounded and truly represent a multicutural environment where everyone gets along well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

The best teachers and the most fantastic principal. Its a true family community!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 19, 2009

This is truly an amazing school! We have moved due to a job transfer and are no longer in Frisco. We thought we found another great school in the area where we moved-rated exemplary-but it doesn't even come close to the education our children had at Bledsoe. Our kiddos (kinder and first grade) were learning so much and reading like crazy at Bledsoe. The administration is amazing. The principal has set the standard of compassion and dedication and the teaching staff reflects it. I wish we could go back! We are now considering private schooling because the public schools here do not compare. Apparently, an exemplary rating doesn't mean much. I can tell you from experience that Bledsoe is exemplary in every sense of the word.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 27, 2008

Bledsoe Elementary is a fantastic school thanks to the leadership of a fine principal and superior teachers. We have been very pleased with Bledsoe.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 7, 2008

Great adminstration and teachers. Not overcrowded. Overall our kids are extremely happy and seem to be advancing well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2006

The quality of teachers and staff are unmatched. To see your little one grow beofre your eyes into a responsible, intelligent, reasoning person is amazing, and I attribute much of her growth at this age to her teachers and the school. Their programs are well thought out and the execusion of their plan works so well at all age levels. They truly udnerstand childern at this school and work with the parents to gain their trust and support! We are so happy we are part of Bledsoe!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 1, 2006

Bledsoe Elementary Schoool, from the administration to teachers and staff, is the finest example of teamwork, dedication, intelligence and caring that I have ever been fortunate enough to be involved with. The School is a wonderful blessing to all its students and families.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2005

Truly a gem of a school!! Everyday, I look back and wish we had found a home we loved in this school's catchment area. When we went on a tour of this school, the office staff were warm and friendly,and it was great to hear the enthusiasm and pride that they had for the school, its staff and all the children. Everywhere I went, I saw smiling teachers, and happy kids. A school destined for great things,and an environment perfect to bring up our precious little ones!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

111 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
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Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

109 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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99%

2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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2008

 
 
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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

113 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

105 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
99%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

111 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
99%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

94 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

94 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

91 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Black or African American89%
Asian93%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education100%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students99%
Female100%
Male98%
Black or African American89%
Asian100%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students97%
Female96%
Male98%
Black or African American80%
Asian88%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education100%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students96%
Female98%
Male95%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian94%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education86%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students99%
Female98%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education100%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asian100%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asian100%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Black or African American88%
Asian100%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education83%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Exemplary".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 68% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 16% 4%
Black 8% 14%
Hispanic 7% 48%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 7%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 4%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 3%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 5%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 51%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 28%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 14%N/A23%
21 or more years 2%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1900 Timber Rdg Dr
Frisco, TX 75034
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Phone: (469) 633-3600

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