Premier High Schools

The Premier High Schools district in Texas consists of 47 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 45 high schools, and no middle or alternative schools, spread across various cities in the state. While the district has some standout performers, such as Premier H S Of New Braunfels, Premier H S Of Abilene, and Premier H S Of Granbury, the overall data reveals significant disparities in academic achievement and student outcomes across the district.

The 4-year graduation rates at Premier High Schools range from as low as 21.1% to as high as 100%, with a district-wide average of 55.6%. Dropout rates also vary widely, from 0% to 32.7%, with an average of 6.6% across the district. Performance on STAAR end-of-course exams is similarly uneven, with proficiency rates in Algebra I ranging from 0% to 66.67% and in U.S. History from 11.76% to 90%. The district-wide average proficiency rates are 12.66% in Algebra I, 27.53% in Biology, 30.19% in English I Reading, 40.03% in English II Reading, and 44.01% in U.S. History.

The data suggests a strong correlation between student demographics, particularly socioeconomic status as measured by free/reduced lunch eligibility, and academic outcomes. Schools with higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and lower test scores. Additionally, the district's online school, Premier H S Online, has the lowest statewide rankings and 1-star ratings from SchoolDigger, as well as significantly lower test scores compared to the state and district averages. Overall, the Premier High Schools district faces significant challenges in ensuring equitable access to a high-quality education for all students.