Summary:
This analysis examines eight middle schools in the 75034 zip code of Frisco, Texas, all part of the highly-rated Frisco Independent School District (Isd), serving grades 6-8 in a suburban area known for strong academic performance.
The schools in this zip code show a wide range of performance, with clear academic leaders and one significant outlier. Pioneer Heritage Middle and Pearson Middle are the top performers, consistently ranking in the top 100 out of over 2,300 Texas middle schools, with test scores often exceeding 85% proficiency in Reading and 70% in Math. Wilkinson Middle stands out for its consistent high achievement, maintaining a 5-star rating and top 5% state ranking for three consecutive years. Other solid performers include Hunt Middle, Stafford Middle, Cobb Middle, and Griffin Middle, all ranking in the top 10% of the state. In stark contrast, Staley Middle is a significant outlier with a 2-star rating and a state ranking in the 40th percentile, with test scores 30-40 percentage points below the district average.
A key finding is that higher spending does not guarantee better results. Staley Middle has the highest spending per student ($13,635) and the lowest student-teacher ratio (11.4), yet its academic outcomes are the lowest. Conversely, Pioneer Heritage Middle has the lowest spending ($8,508) and a higher student-teacher ratio (15.4) but is the top-performing school. A universal strength across all eight schools is Algebra I, where every school achieves over 78% proficiency, with five schools exceeding 95%. This indicates a district-wide focus on math acceleration, even as other subjects show more variation.
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