Summary:
The six public schools in zip code 79070, serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade within the Perryton Independent School District (Isd), form a district ranked in the top 38% of Texas, with a standout middle school and a unique alternative high school. Perryton J H is the academic powerhouse, consistently earning a 3-star rating and achieving 100% proficiency for its 8th graders taking Algebra I, nearly double the state average. Meanwhile, Edwin F Williams Intermediate is a rising star, jumping to a 4-star rating with 5th graders outperforming the state in math by 28 percentage points. In contrast, Ludi Pena Martin Accelerated Education Center serves a critical role with a 100% graduation rate despite low test scores, while Perryton High School shows consistent improvement, ranking in the 53rd percentile with strong English scores.
Key metrics reveal a district with high graduation rates (99.4%) and low dropout rates (0.2%), but significant economic challenges, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 54% at the high school to 68% at Perryton Kinder. Spending per student varies dramatically, from $8,772 at standard elementary schools to $34,819 at the alternative high school, reflecting intensive support needs. Student-teacher ratios are small, from 2.6:1 at the alternative school to 15.2:1 at the kindergarten level, which also has the highest economic need.
Interesting findings include a "math is strong" narrative that drops off at high school, where Algebra I proficiency (37.96%) falls below the state average (54.03%). A critical gap exists for students taking the STAAR test in Spanish, with only 17.65% proficient in reading at Williams Intermediate compared to 52.31% in English. The kindergarten school, with no test data, has the highest economic need and largest class sizes, a potential risk factor for early learning. Overall, the district excels in keeping students on track, but targeted support is needed for bilingual learners and math continuity into high school.
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