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Troy Elementary School

Public | 2-5 | 399 students

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4 stars

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Posted January 23, 2013

Troy ISD schools are wonderful. I have children currently in the Elementary and Middle schools. Every teacher my children have had communicate efficiently, even in the middle school grades. My son is one that chooses not to get involved in school activities, but my daughter is involved in just about everything. My children get challenged academically, although I need to ask for the extra work sometimes. We drive 20+ minutes each way for our children to stay in this ISD. I highly recommend all levels and their teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 9, 2012

do your research about troy before you come. they kids are bullies and they don't do anything about it. we had to move out of the district and my kids have friends at this school that are currently getting bullied in the fourth grade, in mr. vaugns class. my kids got made fun of everyday at this school, because one was too chubby, things like that. their grades were low, but since we got away from Troy both my kids have made an instant improvement...A/B honor roll, one is on student council, which troy may offer, but if your not friends with the staff or have a child who is buddy buddy with the staff, they wont make it on any UIL team. you can check previous years and tell me the same group isn't on every single list. same students, all the time. every year they have the same school plays with the same kids, they don't let other kids have a chance to speak, so eventually the kids start to not even try. its a non-cultural, stone-age basic learning facility. they only offer a real tutoring program when TAKS test came around. we all know why that is.....for the ratings...anyway, its all fake..and it doesn't take much uncovering to see it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 19, 2009

I have nothing but great reviews for the Troy School Dist. I would not want my grandson in another Dist.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 18, 2006

Teachers were excellent until 5th grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 12, 2006

Best school district in the area--hands down. If you're unhappy with Temple ISD and its problems, come here. You'll be very satisfied.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted January 12, 2006

I disagree with the first comment on this page. This is one of the best elementary schools around. The principal is awesome and you can't find more competent, experienced, caring teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 6, 2005

Since my children do well in school, I have never been invited to a parent/teacher conference. Apparently, you're only scheduled for a conference if your child is having problems. I really have a problem with that! Teachers and principals are public servants... they should be conferencing with all parents and I believe most other parents would agree with me.
—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.

87 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

86 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
95%
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.

104 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
85%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

102 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
92%
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.

92 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

92 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

92 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
88%

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 Students79%
Female77%
Male82%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic58%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special educationn/a
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)20%
Proficient in English83%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students86%
Female93%
Male80%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
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 Students85%
Female88%
Male81%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students81%
Female86%
Male76%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Special educationn/a
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant81%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students95%
Female96%
Male95%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
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 Students91%
Female90%
Male92%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education67%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students96%
Female97%
Male94%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education50%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students90%
Female83%
Male96%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education67%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
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 "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

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 77% 34%
Hispanic 20% 48%
Black 2% 14%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 8%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 2%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 41%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 12%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 21%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 16%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 35%N/A23%
21 or more years 15%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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808 E Austin Ave
Troy, TX 76579
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Phone: (254) 938-2503

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