Summary:
The city of Watauga, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Birdville Independent School District (ISD) except for one public charter school, Newman International Academy Watauga. While the schools generally perform below the state average, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Grace E Hardeman Elementary consistently ranks in the top 25% of Texas elementary schools and boasts the highest proficiency rates in STAAR Reading and Mathematics among the Watauga elementary schools. In contrast, Whitley Road Elementary stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest spending per student, though its academic performance is more in line with the district average. The middle school, Watauga Middle, generally outperforms the elementary schools in STAAR assessments, suggesting more effective support for student growth at the middle school level.
Racial diversity and socioeconomic factors appear to play a role in academic outcomes. Newman International Academy Watauga, the most racially diverse school, has lower overall performance compared to the other schools. Additionally, schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Watauga Elementary, tend to have lower academic achievement, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources to ensure equitable opportunities for all students in the Watauga area.
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