Raye McCoy Elementary School

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Posted: March 7, 2026

Both our kids attended McCoy and we had a great experience there. Both my wife and I volunteered extensively there as well, and found it very safe and engaging. The social/emotional support was exceptional.

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 4, 2017

Excellent school; our kids have loved it here; I think the great school number does not give a clear picture of a what a well rounded school this is; gifted as well as spec needs and everyone in between can excel and feel nurtured here

Posted: December 4, 2017

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Posted: December 22, 2016

Teachers are burned out and students don't get what they need because they teach to the test. Bullying gets ignored because the kids have parents who volunteer or give to the PTA. There is a lot of classism going on at this school and I say that as a parent who lives in BC. I will say the UIL and music programs are excellent.

Posted: December 18, 2016

The first few years the new campus was open were exemplary. We were grateful for the experience and loved the community created by the teachers, administration and parents.

Unfortunately it has deteriorated significantly. I don't know if it's changes made at the district level and that there is too much pressure on the staff, but morale is clearly declining. I would disagree completely with another reviewer who said the staff works to meet the needs of individual students, especially those who need to be more challenged. They are typically left to their own devices while teachers focus on helping the other kids stay caught up, probably for testing and ratings purposes. On the flip side, the kids who need just a little help aren't getting it either because the school refuses to acknowledge any issues that don't interfere significantly with the day-to-day operations.

There is a clear culture of cliquishness among the parents, as well as the staff, with parents refusing to hold their children accountable and administration refusing to hold teachers accountable. The nepotism and bullying at this school are serious problems and both are swept under the rug because nobody wants to tarnish the school image.

We give this school a 3/5 because the education is adequate, the campus is clean, and the few grade and specials teachers who still care make it tolerable. We can't wait to get our kids out of there.

Posted: December 15, 2016

You have to fight tooth and nail to get your children tested and if they are lucky enough to get the testing, you still have to fight to make sure teachers follow the set accommodations.

Posted: December 15, 2016

The current principal started out as a powerhouse. She held teachers accountable and exhibited immeasurable compassion and patience for every student. But now teachers that clearly need to be fired are allowed to stay on staff, and the principal just seems worn out. You used to be able to count on her to handle issues that came up but now she just diplomatically deflects.

Posted: December 15, 2016

The school focuses a great deal on community spirit but that is undermined by allowing children to get away with bullying. This is especially true for the students of teachers and highly active members of the PTA. One of the teachers has a daughter who is president of the student council and she is the quintessential mean girl. Administration has been made aware of the ongoing issues with this student, but the rules are bent because she is the child of a teacher. Allowing students like that into positions of prestige does not send a very positive message to the other students.

Posted: December 15, 2016

Depends on the teacher. We had one teacher who went above and beyond to make sure our daughter, who didn't qualify for dyslexia testing apparently, got special time with her so she could stay caught up. Ultimately we had to seek tutors from outside of the school because as she advanced the teachers just passed her without acknowledging she had a learning disability. Without outside help there is no way our daughter would be on her grade's reading level.

Posted: December 15, 2016

Since the teachers get to decide how much homework their class is assigned, there is no uniformity across the grade. My first grader has four assignments every day after school, a friend whose son is in anothe class has only one.

Posted: September 5, 2016

Posted: September 5, 2016

Posted: September 5, 2016

Posted: September 5, 2016

The teachers here do a great job in identifying students who are excelling, as well as falling behind. When there are students performing above others, they make a point to provide enrichment to allow for additional growth, even if those students are not in the GT program. Children who are falling behind in subjects receive support and encouragement, with different methods tailored to their unique challenges. I have witnessed incredible growth in my child from being given extra growth opportunities and have also seen friends with struggling children find great support in helping them achieve their potentials.

Posted: May 18, 2016

Posted: May 18, 2016

Posted: May 18, 2016

Posted: May 18, 2016

McCoy has wonderful facilities and some exemplary staff, but too many teachers are apathetic and fail to challenge the students. The school focuses too much on new teaching methods, and not enough on the basics, resulting in a sub-par education.

Posted: May 25, 2015

Posted: May 25, 2015

Love this school!!!! Both my boys had great experiences at McCoy! Wonderful and caring staff!

Posted: May 25, 2015

Posted: May 25, 2015

Posted: August 4, 2013

This school opened in its new location last school year 2012. It is a stunning building where every room has natural light. outside art patio- attached to a fabulous art room, Wonderful library with an authors nook, computer lab, outdoor track around trees, basketball goals at 2 different heights. 2 playgrounds for different grades. The staff and teachers are helpful and responsive.