Summary:
There are two middle schools in zip code 76051 (Grapevine, TX), serving grades 6-8 within the highly-rated Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (Isd).
Cross Timbers Middle is the standout school in the area, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 90th percentile statewide. It consistently outperforms Grapevine Middle in core subjects like reading and math, often by 15-25 percentage points. For example, in 6th grade reading, Cross Timbers achieved 74.52% proficiency compared to Grapevine's 53.54%. Cross Timbers also excels in advanced coursework, with over 95% proficiency in Algebra I and Biology. Despite Grapevine Middle spending $1,752 more per student and having a lower student-teacher ratio (12.4:1 vs. 15.2:1), Cross Timbers achieves higher academic outcomes, suggesting exceptional efficiency or other advantages. Grapevine Middle, with a 3-star rating and 64th percentile ranking, performs well in advanced courses (92.86% in Algebra I) but lags in standard grade-level subjects.
A key finding is a shared weakness in 7th grade math, where both schools fall below the state average of 29.41% proficiency (Cross Timbers at 22.68%, Grapevine at 18.35%). This indicates a potential curriculum challenge for the district. Additionally, Cross Timbers Middle is a district leader, outperforming the district average in 8th grade math (76.97% vs. 71.72%), Algebra I (95.32% vs. 72.57%), and Biology (97.42% vs. 83.83%). While Grapevine Middle has a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (47.72% free/reduced lunch vs. 34.76% at Cross Timbers), Cross Timbers' strong performance shows that socioeconomic factors are not deterministic. Overall, Cross Timbers Middle is the top choice for academic excellence, while Grapevine Middle offers strong support for high-achieving students in advanced coursework.
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