Cy-Fair ISD Achieves Major Academic Improvements

Cy-Fair ISD Achieves Major Academic Improvements, No D or F Rated Schools in 2025 Accountability Ratings

Cy-Fair, Texas – Cy-Fair Independent School District (ISD) has announced significant academic improvements as reflected in the 2025 Texas Education Agency data, achieving an overall score of 85, an increase of five points from the previous year. Notably, the district has no D- or F-rated campuses, reinforcing its position as a leader in educational performance among Texas school districts.

In a remarkable turnaround, Bane Elementary School boosted its overall score from an F to a B within a single year. The improvement is part of a wider trend within the district, where 73 of Cy-Fair ISD’s 91 schools enhanced their overall ratings from 2024 to 2025. Additionally, all high schools within the district earned either an A or B rating, while approximately 80% of elementary schools achieved similar scores. Eight middle schools did receive a C rating, however, the overall performance remains robust.

The district is the third largest in Texas and has previously been recognized as the largest district without any D- or F-rated schools. In contrast, neighboring Houston ISD reported 18 D-rated campuses and zero F-rated campuses, while Dallas ISD recorded two F-rated schools and 14 D-rated schools. Katy ISD, serving 96,000 students, had three D-rated campuses, and Conroe ISD, which serves 72,000 students, also reported three D-rated campuses. While Katy ISD maintained a slightly higher overall score of 88, Conroe ISD matched Cy-Fair ISD’s score of 85.

The exceptional growth within Cy-Fair ISD can be attributed to several strategic initiatives, including enhanced campus leadership, ongoing monitoring, and targeted staffing. The district implemented a comprehensive curriculum review, which actively involved teacher feedback, and increased professional development opportunities for instructional coaches to support teachers effectively. Personalized coaching has also been emphasized to improve teaching quality, with a focus on driving better student engagement through increased classroom discourse.

In addition to the school-wide improvements, Bane and Kirk Elementary Schools benefited from additional district-led support aimed at facilitating their advancements. Bane Elementary serves around 800 students, with approximately 95% classified as economically disadvantaged. Similarly, Kirk Elementary celebrated its own success, moving from an F to a B rating and exiting an improvement plan for low-performing campuses, with over 700 students, 81% of whom are considered economically disadvantaged.

The commitment and engagement of campus administrators have been identified as key factors in the district’s success. Cy-Fair ISD’s approach is centered on improving student outcomes, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and enhancing the quality of education provided across its campuses.

As Cy-Fair ISD continues to build on these gains, it stands as a model for other school districts across the state, demonstrating that focused efforts and strategic planning can lead to remarkable academic progress, ultimately benefiting the students and communities they serve.