Summary:
This analysis examines three middle schools in the 75460 zip code of Paris, Texas, serving grades 5 through 8 across two districts: Paris Independent School District (Isd) and North Lamar Independent School District (Isd).
Paris J H stands out for its exceptional Algebra I program, with 96.43% of 8th graders proficient in 2025-2026—nearly double the state average. Frank Stone Middle achieved a perfect 100% proficiency rate in Algebra I that same year, though its overall state ranking dropped from a 3-star rating (61st percentile) in 2023-2024 to a 2-star rating (33rd percentile) in 2025-2026. Crockett Intermediate serves grades 5-6 and has the highest percentage of students on free/reduced lunch at 79.25%, correlating with consistently low test scores—only 20.63% of its 6th graders were proficient in math compared to the state average of 38.57%.
All three schools have nearly identical per-student spending (ranging from $10,151 to $10,313), yet outcomes vary significantly. Paris J H has the lowest student-teacher ratio at 13.0, while Crockett Intermediate has the highest at 16.2. Frank Stone Middle has the lowest free/reduced lunch rate at 48.94% and is the only school to have achieved a star rating in recent years. The data shows that both Paris J H and Frank Stone Middle excel in advanced math programs, but struggle in standard 8th-grade math and reading, where both schools score at or below state averages. This suggests strong acceleration programs for select students, but potential gaps in general instruction.
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