Summary:
The city of Stanton, Texas, is served by the Stanton Independent School District (Isd), which includes three public schools—Stanton Elementary (PK-5), Stanton Middle (6-8), and Stanton High School (9-12)—enrolling a total of 1,062 students and earning the district a 3-star rating.
Among the three schools, Stanton Elementary stands out as the district's strongest performer, earning a 4-star rating and showing a clear upward trend in its state ranking (from the 55th to the 75th percentile in two years). It consistently beats state averages in Reading and Math for grades 3-5, despite spending the least per student ($11,798). In contrast, Stanton High School is the district's weakest link, with a 2-star rating and scores below state averages in four of five tested subjects, though it boasts a 98.5% graduation rate and a notable strength in Biology (72% proficient). Stanton Middle presents a paradox: it has the smallest class sizes (9.5:1) and a perfect 100% pass rate in Algebra I for 8th graders, yet its performance in standard grade-level math and other subjects like Science and Social Studies often falls near or below state averages.
Key takeaways for parents include a clear disconnect between spending and results—the high school spends the most per student ($16,958) but performs the worst, while the elementary school spends the least and performs the best. The district also shows a split trend: elementary performance is rising, but high school performance has stagnated. The middle school's intense focus on Algebra I acceleration may leave gaps in other subjects, making it important to look beyond headline numbers. Overall, Stanton offers a strong elementary foundation, a standout math program at the middle school, and a high school with a high graduation rate but academic challenges that need attention.
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