Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
BOfficial accountability rating: B (Texas Education Agency A–F rating, 2024-25 school year).
TEA released the 2024 and 2025 A–F accountability ratings on August 15, 2025, the most recent official ratings after a two-year pause from litigation. The letter grades shown elsewhere on this page are indicative composite grades compiled from public data, not the state’s official rating; confirm any district or campus rating at txschools.gov.
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD (Cy-Fair) earns a TEA accountability rating of B (85/100) and is the third-largest school district in Texas, serving approximately 118,000 students across the vast northwest Houston corridor. The district operates 90+ campuses and has earned 12 National Blue Ribbon School awards, a testament to the consistently high quality of education across its diverse network of schools. Cy-Fair ISD is known for strong career and technical education programs, competitive athletics, and a commitment to academic excellence in a rapidly growing suburban community. The district serves one of the most diverse student populations in the state and offers extensive Advanced Placement, dual-credit, and specialized academy programs.
Top Schools
Postma Elementary
elementary SchoolSpillane Middle School
middle SchoolCypress Woods High School
high SchoolCypress Ranch High School
high SchoolLangham Creek High School
high SchoolFrequently Asked Questions
How does Cy-Fair ISD maintain quality at such a large scale?
As the third-largest district in Texas, Cy-Fair ISD invests heavily in campus-level leadership, teacher development, and technology infrastructure to maintain consistency across its 90+ schools. The district uses a site-based management model that gives individual campuses flexibility to serve their communities while adhering to district-wide academic standards. With 12 Blue Ribbon School awards and strong state accountability ratings, the district has demonstrated that large scale and high quality can coexist. Regular bond elections have funded new campuses and facility upgrades to keep pace with explosive population growth.
What types of specialized programs does Cy-Fair ISD offer?
Cy-Fair ISD offers specialized academies in fields such as health sciences, engineering, information technology, and digital media. The district also provides extensive Advanced Placement and dual-credit courses at all high school campuses, allowing students to earn college credit before graduation. Career and technical education pathways include culinary arts, automotive technology, cybersecurity, and more, giving students practical skills alongside traditional academics.