De Zavala Elementary

De Zavala Elementary sits in Midland, a West Texas oil town with a tight-knit community feel and a lot of civic pride — but families here should know that academic performance at this school lags behind most of the state, with particularly low scores in English and math. It may be a comfortable neighborhood school for families already rooted in the area, but those prioritizing strong test outcomes may want to explore other options within Midland ISD. The surrounding community is working-class and closely connected, and for some families, the local familiarity and community ties will matter more than the rankings.