Summary:
The three elementary schools in zip code 79070 (Perryton, TX) are part of the Perryton Independent School District (Isd), serving grades PK through 5 with a diverse student population where roughly two-thirds of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
Edwin F Williams Intermediate (grades 4-5) stands out as the academic powerhouse, particularly in math where 5th graders achieved a 74% proficiency rate—nearly 28 points above the state average. This school also excels in science and shows a notable "5th grade bounce" in reading, with proficiency jumping from 42% in 4th grade to 63% in 5th grade. James L Wright Elementary (grades 1-3) leads in early math instruction, with 3rd graders scoring 54% proficient in math, outperforming the state by 10 points. However, reading remains a district-wide challenge, as both schools struggle with literacy in the early grades. Perryton Kinder (PK-K) serves as the foundational entry point with the highest student-to-teacher ratio (15.2:1) and the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (68%).
A critical finding is the significant achievement gap for Spanish-speaking students taking the STAAR test in Spanish—at James L Wright, only 21% of Spanish test-takers were proficient in reading compared to 61% of English test-takers. Spending per student varies widely, from $8,772 at James L Wright to $11,364 at Edwin F Williams, but does not directly correlate with performance, suggesting instructional quality plays a larger role. Overall, the district excels in building a strong math pipeline from kindergarten through 5th grade, but must address early literacy instruction and provide better support for English Language Learners to ensure all students succeed.
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