On August 15, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) rolled out its long-awaited accountability ratings for 2024 and 2025, grading every public school district and campus in the state. And, good news, Collin County schools ranked highly.
The ratings reflect student performance on STAAR exams and graduation rates, as well as college, career and military readiness measures. The 2024 results, based on last year’s data, were delayed by a legal issue that was resolved.
This year’s report shows mostly positive trends: 24% of districts and 31% of campuses improved their scores, most held steady and only 15% saw a drop.
Frisco, Prosper And Allen Lead The Way
In Collin County, Prosper ISD earned the highest overall rating with a 91, tying with neighboring Allen ISD but edging out other districts in the area.
Frisco ISD also performed strongly, with its number of A-rated campuses increasing compared with last year. Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip said the results reflect ongoing efforts but added that state ratings are only one piece of the puzzle.
"Frisco ISD has done well in the state’s accountability system for many years, and we’re proud to see that success continue," Waldrip said in an official statement. "But we know there’s more to the story. Our local accountability system helps us look at the bigger picture of student success — the things a single state rating can’t show."
Alongside Frisco, both Prosper ISD and Allen ISD earned overall A ratings, placing them among the strongest districts of their size in Texas.
Collin County Results At A Glance
- Allen ISD: A (91)
- Prosper ISD: A (91)
- Frisco ISD: A (90)
- McKinney ISD: B (88)
- Celina ISD: B (87)
- Plano ISD: B (82)
- Anna ISD: C (78)
The Bigger Picture
While Collin County’s school districts continue to perform strongly overall, leaders caution that accountability ratings don’t capture the full scope of what students, teachers and schools achieve each year. From extracurricular success to innovative academic programs, districts say they are focused on preparing students for more than just a letter grade.
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