**District Scores Across the County** The top district score went to *Palmer ISD*, earning a B with 88 out of 100. *Midlothian ISD*, one of the county’s largest districts, followed with a strong B at 85, tying with *Avalon ISD*. Both *Ferris ISD* and *Italy ISD* landed at 80, also in the B range. Several districts received C ratings: - Waxahachie ISD – 76 - Ennis ISD – 76 - Red Oak ISD – 77 - Milford ISD – 77 - Maypearl ISD – 70 The lowest score countywide was *Faith Family Academy*, which received an F, 59 out of 100. **Standout Campuses** While some districts earned average scores, individual schools posted impressive results. *Waxahachie Global High School* ranked among the very best in Texas with a 97. *Waxahachie High School of Choice* also excelled, scoring 91. In Midlothian, *Midlothian High School* earned an 89, *Walnut Grove Middle School* scored 90, and *Dolores McClatchey Elementary* posted a 91. **What the Ratings Mean** The TEA accountability system looks at student achievement, academic growth, and readiness for college or careers. While the overall district letter grade gives families a snapshot, high-performing campuses within lower-rated districts show that strong options exist for students across Ellis County. For larger districts like Waxahachie, Ennis, and Red Oak, the ratings point to challenges in lifting overall scores while still celebrating the success of standout schools. Smaller districts like Palmer and Avalon continue to hold their ground with solid B-level performance. Ellis County families now have a clearer picture of where local schools stand as districts head into a new school year focused on both growth and improvement. Families can view the full report and search for any school or district statewide at https://www.txschools.gov