Very Good
#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
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Grandfalls-royalty School — Students at Grandfalls-royalty School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 22% (2019) to 17% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 32% (2021).
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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALHAMEED BOYS AND AMATUR RAHMAN GIRLS ACADEMIES Garland, TX | 7.3 |
| GRAYSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sherman, TX | 7.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER - DAEP Freeport, TX | 7.3 |
| PLAINVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plainview, TX | 7.3 |
| THE BANFF SCHOOL Houston, TX | 7.3 |
| THE NEW KEY SCHOOL INC Fort Worth, TX | 7.3 |
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
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
- Phone
- (432) 547-2266
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
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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