Summary:
The city of Kountze, Texas is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Kountze Independent School District (ISD). The district's schools show relatively consistent performance, with some standout achievements as well as areas for improvement.
Kountze High School stands out with a strong 91.3% 4-year graduation rate and outperforming state and district averages in several STAAR EOC subject areas. Meanwhile, Kountze Intermediate excels in 3rd grade STAAR Reading and Mathematics, surpassing state proficiency levels. However, Kountze Middle School lags behind state averages across multiple STAAR assessments, suggesting room for improvement at the middle school level.
Across the district, the schools serve a predominantly white student population, with high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 58.72% at Kountze High School to 75.72% at Kountze Elementary. This suggests potential socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student performance. Overall, the Kountze ISD schools demonstrate both strengths and areas for growth, providing a mixed picture of educational outcomes in the community.
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