Summary:
In zip code 79733, there is a single elementary school, Forsan Elementary, serving grades PK through 5 with 343 students in the Big Spring area.
Forsan Elementary is the only school in this zip code and is part of the Forsan Independent School District (Isd), which holds a 3-star rating and ranks in the 64th percentile statewide. The school itself has experienced significant ranking volatility, dropping from the 64th percentile (3 stars) in 2024-2025 to the 36th percentile (2 stars) in 2025-2026. This sharp decline is largely driven by persistent weaknesses in mathematics, where proficiency rates in 3rd (32.14%), 4th (26.15%), and 5th (34.62%) grades all fell well below state averages. In contrast, the school showed a notable strength in 5th-grade Science during the 2024-2025 school year, achieving a 49.18% proficiency rate compared to the state average of 29.57%. Reading performance is mixed, with 4th-grade reading (58.46%) exceeding the state average, while 3rd and 5th-grade reading lag slightly behind.
Key metrics include a student-teacher ratio of 15.8, a free/reduced lunch rate of 48.98% indicating moderate economic need, and spending per student of $9,237 (2020-2021). The school’s test scores are identical to the district’s scores, meaning the school’s performance directly reflects the district’s standing. The most critical takeaway is the stark contrast between the school’s science excellence and its math struggles, suggesting a potential imbalance in instructional focus. Parents should note that while the school has demonstrated strong science outcomes, the recent decline in math scores and overall ranking warrants attention, particularly as the district’s historical 3-star rating may be at risk if this trend continues.
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