Established in 2004, Minshew Elementary has cultivated a strong tradition of collaboration among teachers, parents, and students. We are committed to growing together as a professional learning community, where every adult has the opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a child. At Minshew, we believe that every student can learn at high levels.

Our school thrives on a supportive and inclusive environment, where teamwork, respect, and partnership are at the heart of everything we do. By maintaining a culture of high expectations, we ensure that students feel safe, valued, and empowered to learn and grow every day, proving that Minshew Colts lead the way!

Awards:

• CREST Award (Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas) 2026

• TEA Accountability Rated A campus with Distinctions in Comparative Academic Growth and Comparative Closing the Gap 2024

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2025

• CREST Award (Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas) 2025

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2024

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2023

• TEA Accountability Rated A campus with Distinctions in Comparative Academic Growth and Comparative Closing the Gap 2022

• CREST Award (Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas) 2022

• CREST Award (Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas) 2020

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2020

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2019

• TEPSA Student Leadership Award 2018

• Marzano High Reliability School Level 2 Certification

• McKinney ISD Council Outstanding Local PTA of the Year 2018

• Marzano High Reliability School Level 1 Certification 2017

• Let’s Move Active School National Award 2015

• USDA Healthier US School Bronze Level 2010-2015

• Intel School of Distinction 2012 National Finalist

• Healthy School Zone 2012

• USDA Healthier School Challenge Gold School 2010-2014