Best Public Schools in Zip Code 75692

The five public schools in zip code 75692 (Waskom, TX) serve approximately 1,221 students across elementary, middle, and high school grades, but they are split between two districts with vastly different performance levels: Waskom Independent School District (Isd) and Elysian Fields Independent School District (Isd).

Elysian Fields High School is the standout performer, ranking in the 69th percentile statewide and showing strong improvement, with 84.44% of students proficient in English II Reading—nearly 25 points above the state average. In contrast, Waskom Elementary faces significant challenges, ranking in the 24th percentile with only 14.29% of 3rd graders proficient in reading. A key anomaly is in middle school math: Waskom Middle actually slightly outperformed Elysian Fields Middle in Algebra I pass rates (88.89% vs. 86.67%), even though Waskom Middle’s overall math scores are low. This suggests a targeted advanced math program exists despite broader struggles.

The data reveals a stark socioeconomic divide: Waskom ISD schools have 67-70% of students eligible for free/reduced lunch, compared to 42-43% in Elysian Fields ISD. This correlates with performance, as Elysian Fields ISD ranks in the 74th percentile district-wide, while Waskom ISD ranks in the 22nd. Notably, Waskom High School spends the most per student ($14,128) and has a low 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio, yet achieves the lowest academic results, while Elysian Fields High spends less ($11,999) and excels. Both high schools boast strong graduation rates (98.4% at Waskom, 95.2% at Elysian Fields), but all three Waskom ISD schools have seen declining state rankings over three years, making the district’s downward trajectory a major concern for families.