Summary:
This analysis examines four elementary schools in zip code 76036 (Crowley, TX), serving grades PK-5 within the Crowley Independent School District (Isd), which is ranked in the 16th percentile statewide.
Crowley Montessori Academy is the standout school, earning a 3-star rating and ranking in the 65th percentile in 2024-2025. It significantly outperforms peers in Reading, with 80% of 3rd graders proficient compared to the district's 39.64%. It also has the lowest free/reduced lunch rate at 50%, contrasting with the other schools' 75-80% rates. S H Crowley Elementary shows a consistent upward trend in state ranking and strong 3rd-grade Math scores. Deer Creek Elementary ranks in the 33rd percentile. Bess Race Elementary is the lowest-performing, with a 1-star rating and scores frequently below district averages, especially in Math and Science.
Key metrics reveal notable patterns. Spending per student varies, with S H Crowley Elementary at $11,142, yet it does not achieve the highest scores, challenging the assumption that more funding guarantees better outcomes. A critical weakness is 5th-grade Science proficiency, where all schools (9.68% to 13.79%) fall far below the state average of 29.57%. Additionally, Math scores show dramatic year-over-year volatility, such as Bess Race Elementary's 4th-grade Math jumping from 20.19% to 50.79%, suggesting possible curriculum or class-size effects. Overall, Crowley Montessori Academy's Montessori method appears particularly effective for literacy, while the district faces systemic challenges in Science and supporting higher-poverty populations.
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