Summary:
The Breckenridge Independent School District (Isd) in Texas serves 717 elementary students across two schools: East Elementary (Pre-K through 2nd grade) and South Elementary (3rd through 5th grade). The district overall earns a 3-star rating, ranking in the 57th percentile statewide, but the two schools present very different profiles that parents should consider carefully.
South Elementary is the only school with standardized test data, and it shows a concerning downward trend: its state ranking has dropped from the 60th percentile (3 stars) in 2023-2024 to a projected 33rd percentile (2 stars) in 2025-2026. Despite spending $1,074 more per student than East Elementary ($10,405 vs. $9,331), South Elementary struggles academically, with only 25.26% of 5th graders proficient in Science—well below the state average. The one bright spot is 4th Grade Math, where students consistently outperform the state average. Meanwhile, East Elementary has a much higher poverty rate, with 78.51% of students receiving free or reduced lunch compared to 61.18% at South Elementary, suggesting a significant demographic shift between the two schools that may impact student readiness and transitions.
For parents, the key takeaway is that South Elementary faces clear academic challenges, especially in 5th Grade Science, but shows promise in 4th Grade Math that could be a model for improvement. The higher spending at South Elementary hasn't yet reversed the declining performance, raising questions about resource allocation. East Elementary, while lacking test data, serves a more economically disadvantaged population, which may require additional support. Overall, the district's elementary schools are a mixed picture, with South Elementary needing urgent intervention in science while East Elementary faces challenges related to high poverty rates.
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