Summary
Fannin Elementary in Midland, TX, is a mid-sized school serving 603 students from Pre-K through 6th grade in the Midland Independent School District (Isd), and it sits at the 52nd percentile statewide—a solid middle-of-the-pack performer that has shown recent improvement. The school’s most consistent strength is its 6th-grade mathematics program, which has outperformed state averages for four consecutive years, with proficiency rates like 58.82% in 2023-2024 compared to the state’s 37.10%. However, this success contrasts sharply with a persistent weakness in 4th-grade math, where scores have lagged behind state averages in three of the last four years, suggesting a specific instructional challenge at that grade level.
When compared to nearby schools, Fannin offers a balanced picture. It is surrounded by high-performing neighbors like James Bowie Fine Arts Academy (89th percentile) and Milam Elementary (71st percentile), as well as struggling ones like Lamar Elementary (6th percentile). Fannin’s closest peer by demographics is Parker Elementary, which has a similar free/reduced lunch rate (52.99% vs. Fannin’s 51.58%) but consistently outperforms Fannin, ranking in the 61st percentile. This suggests that Fannin has a clear benchmark for improvement. Meanwhile, Emerson Elementary, just a mile away, has a similar overall ranking (53rd percentile) but a different academic profile, excelling in 3rd-grade math while struggling in 5th-grade reading.
Fannin’s performance has been volatile year-over-year, swinging from the 58th percentile down to the 38th and back up, indicating that results may be heavily influenced by specific student cohorts rather than a stable system. The school also shows inconsistent support for English Language Learners, with a dramatic drop from the 96th percentile in 2022-2023 to the 65th percentile in 2024-2025. On a positive note, Fannin achieves reasonable results with below-average spending ($9,367 per student), suggesting efficient resource use. For parents, Fannin represents a school with clear strengths in upper-grade math and room for growth in other areas, making it a solid choice for families seeking a balanced educational environment in Midland.
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