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Memorial Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 433 students

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Posted October 11, 2012

This school was a horrible place for my girls. I pulled them because my 4th grader was slapped in class by another student and continuously bullied. My children were not challenged academically here and in one year we had 4 seprate teachers as one quit after 6 weeks of school, a sub for 6 weeks, a replacement teacher who was put on medical leave and again a sub. The teachers I liked, but the administration was lacking. Also the students were horriblly mean and out of control, discipline problems were rampant. They failed to meet state minimums for the last two years. I would not send my child there for anything.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 13, 2012

Was a great school a couple years ago. The new principal Sarika Pride is the worst principal I have ever dealt with. Many of the teachers at her own school have no respect for her. She is selfish. phony and does not care about the children. I would seriously consider speaking with other parents before enrolling your child in this school, as there are many parents who feel the same way.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 5, 2008

Memorial is one of the best schools. They went above and beyond to help both of my special needs children. Being a military family, I hate for them to leave such a wonderful learning enironment so soon. It will be hard to find another school that compares.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2007

My son goes to this school and he loves it. The teachers are good and he is learning wonderfully.
—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.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
66%

2008

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
90%
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.

66 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

62 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
61%

2008

 
 
65%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

60 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
86%
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.

77 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

73 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

74 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
62%
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 Students79%
Female85%
Male71%
Black or African American67%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education60%
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)72%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students71%
Female69%
Male75%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White86%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education80%
Not special education71%
Limited English proficient (LEP)59%
Proficient in English81%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant71%
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 Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education60%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)88%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students77%
Female81%
Male74%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White77%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education77%
Limited English proficient (LEP)73%
Proficient in English74%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students88%
Female97%
Male81%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic87%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)87%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
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 Students96%
Female97%
Male96%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education90%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students90%
Female90%
Male90%
Black or African American85%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students85%
Female79%
Male89%
Black or African American77%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education83%
Limited English proficient (LEP)68%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
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 "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

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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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 66% 48%
White 18% 34%
Black 14% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 16%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 4%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 53%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 56%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 12%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 42%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 14%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 21%N/A23%
21 or more years 11%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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2200 Laurel Ln
Plano, TX 75074
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Phone: (469) 752-2500

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