Summary:
The city of Coupland, Texas, is served by a single school, Coupland Elementary, which is part of the Coupland Independent School District (Isd) and educates 323 students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade in a small, rural setting.
Coupland Elementary presents a mixed picture of performance. The school is a standout in advanced math, with an exceptional 90.91% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I, far exceeding the state average of 54.03%. However, this strength contrasts sharply with a significant weakness in 8th-grade math, where only 7.14% of students met proficiency, compared to the state's 47.24%. The school also shows pockets of strength in middle-grade math, outperforming the state in 5th, 6th, and 7th-grade math. Conversely, reading proficiency is a major concern, particularly in 3rd and 6th grades, where scores are roughly 19 points below state averages. The school's overall ranking has declined from the 59th percentile to the 38th percentile over the past two years, indicating a downward trend.
Key metrics show a student-teacher ratio of 11.1, suggesting small class sizes, and a high economic need with 68.73% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch. The school has a 0.0% dropout rate. The data reveals a "middle school slump" in reading, with proficiency dropping significantly after 5th grade. The stark contrast between the school's success in Algebra I and its struggles in 8th-grade math suggests a highly effective program for advanced students but a potential gap in supporting the majority. For parents, this means Coupland Elementary offers strong advanced math opportunities but requires attention to foundational reading skills and overall math proficiency for most students.
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