Arthur H McNeil El vs Valley Creek El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 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
Valley Creek El
McKinney · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
| Measure | Arthur H McNeil El McKinney, Texas | Valley Creek El McKinney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1351 of 4,686 | #253 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #20646 of 50,301 | #4180 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 335 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 22.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 70% |
| city | McKinney | McKinney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley Creek El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 56.4).
- •Valley Creek El does better on math proficiency (70% vs 42%).
- •Valley Creek El does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Valley Creek El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 42.7%).
- •Arthur H McNeil El does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 15.1).
- •Valley Creek El is the larger school with 498 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 Valley Creek El?
On the Success Index (US), Valley Creek El ranks higher (81.5 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 Valley Creek El?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between McKinney and McKinney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur H McNeil El: 335. Valley Creek El: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur H McNeil El and Valley Creek El rank in Texas?
Arthur H McNeil El is 1351st of 4,686 and Valley Creek El is 253rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).