Summary:
The city of Falfurrias, Texas is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, with the majority being elementary schools. The schools in this area face significant challenges, including low academic performance, high poverty levels, and declining statewide rankings.
Among the standout schools, La Gloria Elementary has the highest statewide ranking and the best reading proficiency rates, while Falfurrias J H has the highest Algebra I proficiency rate. However, the schools generally perform below the state averages on STAAR tests, with proficiency rates ranging from 10-50% across different grade levels and subjects.
The Falfurrias schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 73% to 98%. This high poverty level likely contributes to the significant achievement gaps between the Falfurrias schools and the state averages. Additionally, the schools have been experiencing declining statewide rankings, with Falfurrias High School dropping from a 2-star to a 1-star rating. Addressing these challenges will require a comprehensive approach focused on improving instructional quality, providing additional support for economically disadvantaged students, and attracting and retaining high-quality teachers across the Brooks County Independent School District (Isd) and La Gloria Independent School District (Isd).
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