Summary:
The city of Somerset, Texas is home to 5 schools serving students from early childhood through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The schools in the Somerset Independent School District (ISD) generally perform well, with several standout institutions that are excelling at the state level.
The Shirleen Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy is a high school that has consistently ranked among the top 5% of high schools in Texas, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. With a 100% 4-year graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate, students at this school significantly outperform the district and state averages on STAAR end-of-course exams. In contrast, Somerset High School has a 4-year graduation rate of 88.9%, which is slightly below the state average, and a 2.9% dropout rate.
At the elementary level, Somerset Elementary stands out, maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past 3 years and ranking in the top 20% of Texas elementary schools. Students at this school outperform the district and state averages on STAAR reading and math assessments, despite having a relatively high percentage of students (over 85%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population. Overall, the Somerset Independent School District appears to be effectively serving its community, with several schools excelling at the state level.
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