Summary:
Zip code 76537 in Jarrell, TX, is home to three elementary schools—Double Creek Elementary, Jarrell Elementary, and Igo Elementary—all part of the Jarrell Independent School District (Isd), which serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in a growing suburban and rural community.
Among the three, Jarrell Elementary stands out as the top performer, consistently earning a 2-star rating and ranking in the 21st percentile statewide—well above its peers. It leads in both reading and math proficiency, with the lowest student-teacher ratio (14.6:1) and the highest per-student spending ($9,535). In contrast, Igo Elementary is the most challenged, with a 0-star rating and a critical math crisis: only about 17% of 3rd and 5th graders were proficient in math in 2024-2025, far below state averages. Double Creek Elementary sits in the middle with a 1-star rating and the largest enrollment (787 students), but it struggles notably in 4th grade math. All three schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (63-69%), which is a key factor in their academic challenges.
A notable finding is that Spanish-language STAAR tests sometimes yield better results than English versions, particularly at Igo Elementary, where 47% of 3rd graders were proficient in math (Spanish) versus 17% in English. This suggests native-language instruction can be more effective for some students. Overall, the district ranks in the bottom 13% of Texas, and performance varies widely by grade and subject within each school, pointing to inconsistent curriculum and teacher quality. Parents should consider Jarrell Elementary as the strongest option, while Igo Elementary requires significant intervention, especially in math.
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