MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH EL

MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the FORNEY ISD school district, located in FORNEY, TX with about 696 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH ELementary is a public school located in Forney, Texas, serving students within the Forney Independent School District. Situated in the rapidly growing Iron Gate residential community, the school is designed to support the educational needs of a suburban student population. As a campus within the Forney ISD system, it emphasizes foundational academic skills, student character development, and a strong sense of community engagement, reflecting the district’s focus on preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is known for its modern facilities and its role as a neighborhood anchor in the Forney area, which has seen significant development in recent years. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, parents, and students, MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH ELementary strives to create an inclusive learning atmosphere. Like other schools in the district, it provides a variety of instructional programs and extracurricular opportunities intended to cater to a diverse student body while maintaining the small-town, community-oriented values that Forney is known for.

For more information, contact MARGARET TAYLOR SMITH EL at (469) 762-4158 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.