Summary:
The city of Horizon City, Texas is home to two schools that are part of the Idea Public Schools district, serving elementary and middle school students. While the schools share some similarities, they exhibit distinct performance profiles that provide a mixed picture of academic achievement in the area.
Idea Horizon Vista Academy, an elementary school, stands out for its high Hispanic student population at nearly 95%, significantly above the state average. However, the school struggles academically, with lower proficiency rates on STAAR exams compared to the district and state. In contrast, the middle school, Idea Horizon Vista College Preparatory, has a relatively low dropout rate and higher proficiency in certain STAAR EOC exams, suggesting stronger academic performance at the higher grade levels.
Both schools serve economically disadvantaged student populations, with over 80% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This may contribute to the academic challenges faced by the schools, particularly at the elementary level. While the middle school exhibits some bright spots, the overall data paints a picture of mixed performance across the Horizon City schools, with room for improvement in areas like mathematics proficiency and addressing the needs of the economically disadvantaged student body.
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