Arthur H McNeil El vs Jenny Preston El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur H McNeil El
McKinney · Public elementary · Grades K–5
335 students
Jenny Preston El
Allen · Public elementary · Grades K–6
726 students
| Measure | Arthur H McNeil El McKinney, Texas | Jenny Preston El Allen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1351 of 4,686 | #85 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #20646 of 50,301 | #1711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 335 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 9.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 88% |
| city | McKinney | Allen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jenny Preston El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 56.4).
- •Jenny Preston El does better on math proficiency (88% vs 42%).
- •Jenny Preston El does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 47%).
- •Jenny Preston El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.4% vs 42.7%).
- •Arthur H McNeil El does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 16.5).
- •Jenny Preston El is the larger school with 726 students compared with 335.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arthur H McNeil El better than Jenny Preston El?
On the Success Index (US), Jenny Preston El ranks higher (86.8 vs 56.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Arthur H McNeil El and Jenny Preston El?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between McKinney and Allen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur H McNeil El: 335. Jenny Preston El: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur H McNeil El and Jenny Preston El rank in Texas?
Arthur H McNeil El is 1351st of 4,686 and Jenny Preston El is 85th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).