- PANTHER CREEK SCHOOL — Grades PK–12 · 163 students
| Metric | Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 145 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District (this district) | 5/10 | 40th | 145 |
| Goldthwaite Consolidated Independent School District | 10/10 | 90th | 537 |
| Mason Independent School District | 9/10 | 84th | 709 |
| Menard Independent School District | 5/10 | 46th | 288 |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 40th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District
Zip code 76845 in Panther Creek Consolidated, Texas is served by Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 5/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District enrolls 145 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District falls near the middle of Texas on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 76845
Children in zip code 76845 are assigned to Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 76845, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Gouldbusk
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District serves zip code 76845, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 76845 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 76845.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Panther Creek Consolidated Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 76845 data.