J B Wilmeth Elementary School

901 LACIMA DR MCKINNEY TX 75071

About J B Wilmeth Elementary School

At J.B. Wilmeth Elementary in McKinney, TX, children thrive in an environment of kindness, collaboration, and growth. J.B. Wilmeth serves grades K-5 and supports 544 students with a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Current reading proficiency among the students is roughly 77 percent, and 66 percent are meeting the standards of math proficiency.

Wilmeth received a positive review with regard to the amount of parent-teacher connections made in the school, the effort of the families through the PTO, and connections to the community and its networking events. Moreover, Wilmeth currently ranks very favorably to its peers in the McKinney Independent School District.

??The school maintains an environment of a supportive learning community. J.B. Wilmeth Elementary is recognized for its commitment to student success and family engagement, making it one of the top elementary schools in the area.

Contact Information

Address

901 LACIMA DR MCKINNEY TX 75071

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Phone

(469) 302-7400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
39
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
5
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
544
Total Students
$62957
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 120 IN STEM IN STATE

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at J B Wilmeth Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

120

of 172 in Texas

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 58.1%
Asian 10.3%
Hispanic 12.1%
Black 11%
Two+ Races 8.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
58.1%
Asian
10.3%
Hispanic
12.1%
Black
11%
Two+ Races
8.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 544
48.9%
266 Female
51.1%
278 Male

Student Population

544 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q: Does Wilmeth have a Gifted and Talented program?

A: Yes - J.B. Wilmeth Elementary is a part of the district's Gifted & Talented (GT) program, and they can provide qualifying students with enriched learning experiences beyond the primary curriculum for that grade level.


Q: How do I check my child's grades and attendance online?

A: You can access grades, report cards, and attendance through the Home Access Center (HAC) either on the Web or by creating a Guardian SSO account.


Q: What is the attendance policy for absences and tardiness?

A: Absences must be reported via email or a note within three days of the absence; tardiness may require a medical note to prevent consequences.


Q: How do I volunteer at Wilmeth?

A: Parents can volunteer for various school events as well as help in classrooms. Please contact the school directly for information on ways to get involved.


Q: How do I create a Guardian SSO account?

A: You follow the link to the SSO page, hit Claim Guardian Account, use the school registration info to verify and create your account, set a password, and choose only 5 recovery questions.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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