Summary:
The Texas City Independent School District (ISD) in Texas City, Texas, operates a diverse set of 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a student population with a significant Hispanic majority, as well as sizable White and African American populations.
Among the standout schools in the district, Heights Elementary consistently performs well, ranking in the top 35% of Texas elementary schools and boasting the highest proficiency rates in reading and math. On the middle school level, Blocker Middle stands out with top-tier proficiency rates and Algebra I exam scores, placing it in the top 75% of Texas middle schools. In contrast, Giles Middle struggles, ranking in the bottom 5% of Texas middle schools with significantly lower proficiency rates across core subjects.
While the district's Texas City ISD has a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the data reveals a clear correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance. The district's alternative school, Woodrow Wilson DAEP, also faces unique challenges, with a 0.0% graduation rate and significantly higher per-student spending. Overall, the data highlights the need to address disparities in academic achievement and explore ways for higher-performing schools to share best practices with their lower-performing counterparts.
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