Delta County Schools & Education
Delta County, Texas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
70/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,149
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,498
School Score
70/100
Higher = better
State avg 56/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#48
of 253 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Delta County
School Verdict
Delta County performs at an average level with a school score of 70/100 and a solid graduation rate of 97.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,149 per pupil, Delta County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Delta County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 24% above the Texas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Delta County, Texas
Small Schools, Big Results
Delta County features a small but efficient system of four public schools serving 971 total students. These schools are managed by two districts and include two elementary campuses, one middle school, and one high school.
Exceptional Graduation and Performance
The county achieves a stellar 97% graduation rate, significantly higher than the 91.6% state average. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,149, while the school score of 57.5 exceeds the Texas average of 55.3.
Cooper ISD Serves the Community
Cooper ISD is the largest district, enrolling 888 students across its three campuses, while Fannindel ISD serves a smaller cohort of 147. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional district-led education.
A Purely Rural School Setting
All four schools in Delta County are classified as rural, offering an average enrollment of just 243 students. Cooper Elementary is the largest campus with 467 students, while Fannindel Elementary offers a very intimate 83-student environment.
Rural Living with High Standards
Delta County is a hidden gem for families prioritizing high graduation rates and small school environments. Explore homes in Cooper or the surrounding rural areas to benefit from this top-performing educational system.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Delta County
Total Enrollment
971
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Delta County
COOPER ISD
FANNINDEL ISD
4 Public Schools in Delta County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COOPER EL | COOPER ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 467 |
| COOPER H S | COOPER ISD | 9–12 | High | 242 |
| COOPER J H | COOPER ISD | 6–8 | Middle | 179 |
| FANNINDEL EL | FANNINDEL ISD | PK–5 | Primary | 83 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,149
State avg $7,498
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Delta County, Texas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Delta County, Texas?
Delta County features a small but efficient system of four public schools serving 971 total students. These schools are managed by two districts and include two elementary campuses, one middle school, and one high school.
How do schools in Delta County perform academically?
The county achieves a stellar 97% graduation rate, significantly higher than the 91.6% state average. Per-pupil spending stands at $7,149, while the school score of 57.5 exceeds the Texas average of 55.3.
What are the major school districts in Delta County, Texas?
Cooper ISD is the largest district, enrolling 888 students across its three campuses, while Fannindel ISD serves a smaller cohort of 147. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional district-led education.
What is the school experience like in Delta County?
All four schools in Delta County are classified as rural, offering an average enrollment of just 243 students. Cooper Elementary is the largest campus with 467 students, while Fannindel Elementary offers a very intimate 83-student environment.
How can I find homes near good schools in Delta County, Texas?
Delta County is a hidden gem for families prioritizing high graduation rates and small school environments. Explore homes in Cooper or the surrounding rural areas to benefit from this top-performing educational system.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.