Summary:
Zip code 77974, serving the rural community of Meyersville, Texas, is home to a single school, Meyersville Elementary, which educates 176 students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade as part of the Meyersville Independent School District (Isd).
Meyersville Elementary is a standout example of rural academic excellence, with its district ranked 99th out of 951 in Texas (90th percentile) and the school maintaining a consistent 4-star rating for three consecutive years. The school boasts a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1, a 0.0% dropout rate, and spending of $9,674 per student. While 34.66% of students are economically disadvantaged, the school achieves remarkable results, particularly in its middle school grades. For instance, in 2025-2026, 6th graders scored 75% proficiency in math versus the state average of 38.57%, and 8th graders achieved 57.14% proficiency in social studies compared to 31.69% statewide. Most impressively, 100% of students were proficient in Algebra I in 2024-2025, far exceeding the state's 47.01%.
A key takeaway is the school's "late bloomer" pattern: early elementary grades (3rd-5th) often perform near or slightly below state averages, but there is a dramatic surge in 6th-8th grade performance, suggesting an exceptionally effective middle school program. However, year-over-year volatility in early grades, such as 3rd grade reading dropping from 70.59% to 50%, is likely due to the small class sizes where a few students can significantly shift percentages. Overall, Meyersville Elementary proves that a small, rural school with a modest budget can achieve top-tier results through strong instruction and individualized attention.
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