Andrews Independent School District (Isd)

The Andrews Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district has a predominantly Hispanic student population and faces challenges with high poverty levels, as indicated by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch across the schools.

Within the district, Andrews Middle School stands out as the strongest performer, consistently ranking in the top 3 stars out of 5 on the statewide SchoolDigger ranking and demonstrating relatively high proficiency rates on STAAR tests in reading, math, science, and social studies. In contrast, the Andrews Education Center, an alternative high school, struggles significantly, with a much lower 48.9% four-year graduation rate and a high 15.3% dropout rate compared to the other high schools in the district.

While Andrews High School has a very strong 99.2% four-year graduation rate, the district as a whole faces significant performance gaps, with the middle school consistently outperforming the elementary and high schools on STAAR proficiency rates. This suggests that the district may need to consider targeted investments or strategies to support struggling schools and ensure equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students, regardless of their background.