Summary:
This analysis examines three elementary schools in the 79706 zip code of Midland, Texas, serving grades PK through 6 across two districts: Greenwood Independent School District (Isd) and Midland Independent School District (Isd).
The two schools in Greenwood ISD form a "feeder" pattern: Greenwood Elementary (PK-2) has the most stable historical ranking, once reaching the 62nd percentile, while Greenwood Intermediate (3-5) shows a recent improvement to the 53rd percentile in 2024-2025 before dropping. In contrast, Barbara Yarbrough Elementary (PK-6) in Midland ISD stands out for its exceptional 5th Grade Science proficiency (48.15% vs. 29.57% statewide) despite having the highest student-teacher ratio (20.5:1) and lowest per-student spending ($8,279). However, Barbara Yarbrough also has the highest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (48.77%) and generally scores below state averages in Reading and Math.
A key finding is the "performance cliff" between Greenwood Elementary and Greenwood Intermediate, suggesting the transition or curriculum in grades 3-5 may be a weakness. Additionally, all three schools show a concerning downward trend, with their most recent rankings (2025-2026) placing them in the bottom 35% of Texas elementary schools. This indicates that schools in this zip code are struggling to keep pace with statewide academic growth, making it important for parents to investigate specific programs, like Barbara Yarbrough's science success, when choosing a school.
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