Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District

The Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District is a small, rural district in Texas serving approximately 510 students across two schools: Petrolia Elementary (grades PK-6) and Petrolia Junior High/High School (grades 7-12).

The district is defined by a stark performance gap between its two campuses. Petrolia Junior High/High School is the clear standout, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 74th percentile statewide. It excels in core subjects, with 95% of students proficient in U.S. History and 79% in English II Reading, both well above state averages. The high school also boasts a strong 92.6% graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate. In contrast, Petrolia Elementary struggles significantly, holding a 2-star rating and ranking in the 41st percentile. Its most concerning area is 5th Grade Science, where only 17% of students were proficient, compared to the state average of 30%. The elementary school also spends less per student ($10,715) than the high school ($15,209), raising questions about resource allocation.

Despite the elementary school's overall challenges, there are some positive trends in the upper grades. In Mathematics, 5th and 6th graders now outperform the state average, and 6th Grade Reading has improved to nearly match the state average. This suggests that while the lower grades (3rd and 4th) lag behind, the upper elementary grades are showing signs of recovery. For parents, the key takeaway is that the high school provides a strong, high-performing environment, while the elementary school requires careful attention, particularly in science and early-grade instruction.