Summary:
The city of Spicewood, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Lake Travis Independent School District (ISD) or the Marble Falls Independent School District (ISD). The data reveals that the schools in the Lake Travis ISD, particularly Rough Hollow Elementary and Lake Travis Middle, are standout performers, consistently outranking state and district averages on academic measures. In contrast, Spicewood Elementary, which is part of the Marble Falls ISD, has a more diverse student population but lags behind in academic achievement despite higher per-student spending.
The Lake Travis ISD schools serve a predominantly white student population, reflecting the broader demographic trends in Spicewood. These schools have impressive performance, with Rough Hollow Elementary and Lake Travis Middle ranking in the top 10% and 6% of Texas schools, respectively, and boasting high proficiency rates on STAAR tests. In contrast, Spicewood Elementary, with its more diverse student body, has more mixed academic results, with some grade levels and subjects meeting or exceeding state and district averages, while others fall behind.
The data also reveals variations in funding and resources among the schools. Spicewood Elementary has the highest per-student spending at $11,370, while the other schools range from $8,757 to $9,851 per student. Additionally, student-teacher ratios vary, with Spicewood Elementary having the lowest ratio at 10.2 students per teacher, which may contribute to its higher funding and potentially more personalized instruction. Overall, the analysis suggests that the Lake Travis ISD schools are the standout performers in the Spicewood area, providing a high-quality education for their predominantly white student population.
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