Summary
Deport Elementary is a small, rural PK-5 school in Deport, TX, serving 154 students as part of the high-performing Prairiland Independent School District (Isd). The school stands out for its exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 and high per-student spending of $11,279, which is 59% higher than its district peer, Blossom Elementary. This investment creates an environment for individualized attention, but results are mixed: while 5th-grade reading proficiency is a standout at 82.14%—far above the district average of 68.09% and every nearby school—3rd-grade math proficiency is only 25%, well below the district average of 53.09%.
Deport Elementary has a history of dramatic performance swings, rising from the 17th percentile in 2015-2019 to a peak of the 77th percentile in 2022-2023, before declining to the 54th percentile for the 2025-2026 school year. This volatility contrasts with the stability of nearby schools like Chisum Elementary, which has consistently ranked in the 65th-72nd percentile range. The school excels with its economically disadvantaged students, ranking in the 82nd percentile statewide for this subgroup, but struggles to challenge other student groups, with White students ranking in the 39th percentile.
Interestingly, despite Deport’s higher spending and smaller classes, its sister school Blossom Elementary (408 students, 14.7:1 ratio, $7,081 per student) has a more consistent and currently higher overall ranking at the 70th percentile. This suggests that while Deport’s resources are a strength, instructional quality and curriculum alignment are key to sustaining success. For parents, Deport offers a small, caring environment with strong literacy outcomes in upper grades, but math instruction in early grades may need attention.
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