Summary:
The Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District in zip code 76377 serves approximately 510 students across two schools: Petrolia Elementary (PK-6) and Petrolia Junior High/High School (7-12). This small, rural district presents a fascinating contrast in performance between its two campuses, with the high school significantly outperforming the elementary school on state assessments.
Petrolia Junior High/High School is the clear standout, earning a 4-star rating for three consecutive years and ranking in the 73rd-74th percentile among Texas high schools. Its End-of-Course (EOC) exam results are exceptional, with U.S. History proficiency at 95% (25 points above the state average), English II Reading at 79%, and Biology at 76%. The school also boasts a 92.6% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. In contrast, Petrolia Elementary holds a 2-star rating and ranks in the 41st percentile, consistently trailing state averages in Reading and Math across most grade levels, though it does outperform the state in 5th and 6th Grade Math.
A key takeaway is the "middle school dip" observed at the high school campus: 7th and 8th-grade proficiency rates are well below state averages (e.g., 7th Grade Math at 13% vs. 29% state), yet performance skyrockets once students enter the high school EOC track. The district invests significantly more per student at the high school ($15,209) than at the elementary ($10,715), which correlates with the high school's superior results. Math remains a district-wide weakness, while U.S. History is a clear strength. For parents, this district offers a strong high school experience with individualized attention, but the elementary years may require additional academic support, particularly in reading and mathematics.
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