Summary:
The city of Atascosa, Texas is home to two schools: Ronald E McNair Middle and Elm Creek Elementary, both part of the Southwest Independent School District (Isd). These schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with nearly 90% of students identifying as Hispanic at both campuses.
While the schools have relatively high spending per student, around $11,000 per pupil, their academic performance lags behind state averages. Both Ronald E McNair Middle and Elm Creek Elementary rank in the bottom half of their respective school types in Texas, indicating room for improvement. However, Ronald E McNair Middle stands out with exceptional proficiency rates in Algebra I, with 96.77% of students scoring proficient or better, far exceeding district and state averages.
The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, over 75% at both schools, suggest the student population faces significant socioeconomic challenges. Addressing equity and access to resources will be crucial in supporting the educational needs of this community. Overall, the analysis highlights the need to further investigate the factors contributing to the academic performance of these schools, with a focus on meeting the unique needs of the predominantly Hispanic student population.
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