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Peters Colony Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 732 students

 

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Posted September 25, 2012

My daughter who is currently in 4th grade has been going to the school since Kinder. It is a great school with dedicated teachers and a wonderful and caring administration staff. It's like sending my child off to be with family everyday. The school has a large ESL population and the school provides dual language classes for them. My daughter has picked up quite a bit of Spanish from her classmate, a teacher not hers who would give her a phrase every day to learn and our neighbor. I had an opportunity to move to another home and would not because it meant taking my daughter out of this wonderful elementary school. I ranked parent involvement a 3 because I see the same parents participating in all events. Those parents are terrific but it would be great if other parents were also involved
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 2, 2012

Sent my daughter here for one year (Kinder) and was so disappointed with the quality of the school, I pulled her out and home schooled her. The school has a large segment of ESL children, so kids who have a grasp of English are forced to learn at a slower pace. Additionally, there was little to no communication from the school regarding issues and events to parents. Unacceptable in the day an age when a simple email can be shared at the press of a button. My daughter was scheduled to be evaluated for the GT program. We were informed that she would be tested. However, after the initial communication, and despite numerous inquiries on our behalf, we were given no further information. As it turns out, (probably due to over taxed teachers) the deadline for testing came and went and my daughter was left behind. One more thing, my daughters teacher was sick one day. Since the school could not find a sub, they put her in an ESL classroom...for the entire day. Mind you, my daughter does not speak Spanish. Complete waste of time and taxpayer dollars. I give the school 2 stars because it has four walls and a nurse on staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 29, 2011

I have never seen so many driven, caring, highly qualified, and dedicated teachers in one location. Everyone from the administrators to the para professionals are involved in student success. Their success is celebrated school wide. I'm proud to be a part of such an inspiring campus where learning and working is fun.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 28, 2010

My son was transferred from Owen, and it's like a whole different country. The curriculum is well rounded, unbiased, and healthy, and the teachers and principal do so much to ensure the success of every child. Every child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 21, 2010

The teachers at Peters Colony are committed to the students. The school holds many events to promote parent involvement (PtA programs, curriculum nights, Veterans's Day Program). Big WOW! The old building is being replaced with a brand new 2 story school. (set to open in Fall of 2010). TEA exemplary rating is the icing on the cake.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 21, 2008

The staff is very committed to the success of the students. I like that they have a Science discovery class as part of their specials rotation.


Posted July 10, 2008

I didn't like the system they used to pick up the kids after school. It was always congested. Not enough fun time, poor teacher communication. I am moving this month so my son goes to a better school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 24, 2005

This school year has been a big dissapointment. Our Kindergartner was not given the attention that she needed. She is a child that requires more than your average amount of adult attention and praise. This was not provided. Due to this she had trouble keeping focused on the days lessons and therefore is now behind in her academic grade level. I have had to put her in math and reading tutoring for the summer to catch her up. My children will not be returning to this school in the fall
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2004

My oldest has been with this school since kindergarten and this is her last year. My youngest has been at this school since kindergarten and is in 2nd grade. I know the Principal, the teachers and the staff and each one of them cares about the children. Each of my children's teachers know they can talk to me about any issues and I know I can talk to them. The key to successful education is to be involved in your child's education. Peter's Colony is great!
—Submitted by Connie Yahwak, a parent


Posted July 26, 2004

This is the best school in The Colony. The Principal really cares about each and every kid.
—Submitted by Sa, 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.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
91%
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.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
76%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
89%
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.

84 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

83 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

83 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
78%
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 Students90%
Female88%
Male91%
Black or African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education78%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students91%
Female90%
Male91%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education75%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
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 Students88%
Female83%
Male93%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special education50%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)87%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students84%
Female81%
Male86%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education80%
Not special education84%
Limited English proficient (LEP)83%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students85%
Female87%
Male82%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special education67%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)79%
Proficient in English88%
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

Math

All Students90%
Female84%
Male96%
Black or African American40%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education82%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)82%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students90%
Female89%
Male91%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education100%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)71%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students90%
Female86%
Male94%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education91%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)73%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
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 "Recognized".
  • 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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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
Hispanic 71% 50%
White 22% 31%
Black 4% 13%
Two or more races 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Asian 1% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 8%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 4%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 68%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 62%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 6%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 29%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 22%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 31%N/A23%
21 or more years 12%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs Toni Hall
Fax number
  • (972) 350-9133

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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5101 Nash Dr
The Colony, TX 75056
Phone: (469) 713-5179

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