FINCH EL

FINCH EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MCKINNEY ISD school district, located in MCKINNEY, TX with about 388 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 36 teachers, FINCH EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

FINCH ELementary School, located in McKinney, Texas, is part of the McKinney Independent School District. Serving students in the local community, the school emphasizes a foundational approach to education, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. As a neighborhood school, it strives to foster a collaborative environment that brings together educators, parents, and students to create a supportive learning atmosphere.

Beyond its core curriculum, FINCH ELementary is known for its commitment to the McKinney ISD vision of engaging students through diverse learning opportunities. The school typically hosts a variety of extracurricular activities and community events designed to promote student well-being and school spirit. By prioritizing inclusive practices and dedicated classroom instruction, FINCH ELementary aims to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to succeed in their formative years.

For more information, contact FINCH EL at (469) 302-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1205 S TENNESSEE ST
MCKINNEY, TX 75069-6709
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FINCH EL is a public Title I school in MCKINNEY, TX with about 388 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MCKINNEY ISD
Total Students:
388
Teachers:
36.33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 388 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FINCH EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 73% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
73.5%
Black or African American
13.9%
White
8.2%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
44.6%
Male
55.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.