Summary:
The city of Newton, Texas is home to three public schools - Newton Elementary, Newton Middle, and Newton High School - that serve students from kindergarten through 12th grade. While the Newton Independent School District (Isd) as a whole is ranked 794 out of 968 districts in Texas and rated 1 out of 5 stars, there are some standout elements across the three schools.
Newton High School stands out with an impressive 100% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, Newton Middle School has a relatively low 0.6% dropout rate, better than the state average. However, the schools generally perform below the state average on standardized tests, with some exceptions like Newton High School's U.S. History proficiency rate being closer to the state average. Across all three schools, there are high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 68.63% at Newton High School to 81.84% at Newton Elementary, suggesting significant socioeconomic challenges in the community.
The racial demographics of the schools also vary, with Newton Elementary having the highest percentage of White students at 59.74%, and Newton High School having the highest percentage of African American students at 35.29%. This could indicate potential issues with equity and access within the district. Overall, the data reveals a mixed picture for the Newton Independent School District, with both bright spots and areas for improvement in terms of academic performance, graduation rates, and addressing the needs of its diverse student population.
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