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#2279 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 27% in state

Grandfalls-royalty School

School · GRANDFALLS-ROYALTY ISD

P O BOX 10, Grandfalls, TX 79742

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#126 of 477

School environment

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Grandfalls-royalty School

Grandfalls-Royalty School serves 138 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in the small community of Grandfalls, Texas. This regular public school maintains an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, supported by 14 full-time equivalent teachers who can provide personalized attention to each student. The school has earned recognition for its performance, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking #619 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 93rd percentile among Texas schools.

This strong ranking reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence despite its small size and rural location. Students come from families with a median household income of $75,156, and the surrounding community maintains a 13.8% poverty rate. The area's median home value of $91,800 reflects the affordable cost of living in this region of Ward County, where 18% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

Grandfalls-Royalty School operates in a close-knit rural setting where the entire ZIP code population numbers just 419 residents, creating a truly community-centered educational experience in remote West Texas.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 138 students, Grandfalls-royalty School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Grandfalls-royalty School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Grandfalls-royalty School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics3.9Fair25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency25%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness6.6Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,338

Grandfalls-royalty School — Students at Grandfalls-royalty School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 19.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Grandfalls-royalty School Compares

See how Grandfalls-royalty School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in TX
Academic
3.9/10
3.9/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers

Location

P O BOX 10, Grandfalls, TX 79742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grandfalls-royalty School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WINK EL (rated 8.9/10, 33.7 miles away, in nearby Wink), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRANE H S (rated 8.8/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Crane), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORT STOCKTON INT (rated 8.0/10, 31.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Stockton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grandfalls, see our Grandfalls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 40.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BUENA VISTA SCHOOL Imperial 10.3 mi 6.6
TATOM EL Monahans 16.6 mi 7.8
GEORGE CULLENDER KIND Monahans 17.1 mi 3.9
WALKER J H Monahans 17.1 mi 7.2
MONAHANS ED CTR Monahans 17.1 mi
MONAHANS H S Monahans 17.1 mi 7.4
PARKWAY EL Monahans 17.4 mi 7.4
FORT STOCKTON APACHE EL Fort Stockton 30.4 mi 6.2
FORT STOCKTON HIGH Fort Stockton 30.4 mi 6.8
FORT STOCKTON MIDDLE Fort Stockton 31.3 mi 5.7
FORT STOCKTON INT Fort Stockton 31.5 mi 8.0
BUTZ PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Stockton 31.8 mi
FORT STOCKTON ALAMO EL Fort Stockton 32.1 mi 5.2
CRANE H S Crane 29.6 mi 8.8
CRANE MIDDLE Crane 29.6 mi 7.6
CRANE EL Crane 29.7 mi 6.2
WINK EL Wink 33.7 mi 8.9
WINK H S Wink 33.7 mi 6.3
EDWARD K DOWNING EL Odessa 38.9 mi 5.8
LAURO CAVAZOS EL Odessa 40.2 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,515

Median Home Value

$91,400

Median Rent

$633/mo

Population

593

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

83.1%

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

24.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Grandfalls-royalty School has a median household income of $117,515. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,400, with a median rent of $633/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grandfalls-royalty School

What grades does Grandfalls-royalty School serve?

Grandfalls-royalty School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Grandfalls-royalty School?

Grandfalls-royalty School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grandfalls-royalty School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grandfalls-royalty School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grandfalls-royalty School rank in TX?

Grandfalls-royalty School is ranked #2279 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Grandfalls-royalty School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grandfalls-royalty School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Grandfalls-royalty School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Grandfalls-royalty School has 19.5% math proficiency and 27.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Grandfalls-royalty School a charter school?

No, Grandfalls-royalty School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grandfalls-royalty School a Title I school?

No, Grandfalls-royalty School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grandfalls-royalty School?

68.8% of students at Grandfalls-royalty School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Elevated (1,315/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Ward County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

GRANDFALLS-ROYALTY ISD
District Enrollment
138
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,474
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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