Alvin Independent School District (Isd)

The Alvin Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates a diverse set of 31 schools, including 19 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 333 out of 968 districts in Texas and is rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance. Shadow Creek High School ranks 369 out of 1,987 Texas high schools and is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with a 97.4% four-year graduation rate and strong test scores. The middle school Dr. Ronald E. McNair J.H. ranks 147 out of 2,361 Texas middle schools and is rated 5 out of 5 stars, with exceptional reading and math proficiency. At the elementary level, Glenn York Elementary and Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary are both rated 5 out of 5 stars and demonstrate high academic achievement across multiple grade levels.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in performance across the district. While the high schools generally have strong graduation rates, there is wide variation in their academic performance on state exams. Additionally, the schools with the highest rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have the lowest test scores, highlighting the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students. Overall, the Alvin Independent School District has a mix of high-performing and low-performing schools, suggesting opportunities for the district to learn from its standout schools and implement best practices to raise achievement across the board.