Summary:
The Bryan Independent School District (ISD) in Texas is home to 14 diverse elementary schools serving students from prekindergarten through 5th grade. The data reveals significant performance gaps between the highest-performing and lowest-performing schools within the district, highlighting the importance of factors beyond just funding and resources, such as school leadership, teacher quality, and student demographics.
Two standout schools in the district are Johnson Elementary and Sam Houston Elementary, both of which consistently rank among the top elementary schools in the state with 4-star ratings. These schools have the highest proficiency rates in reading and math, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. In contrast, schools like Navarro Elementary and Fannin Elementary struggle, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower proficiency rates. This highlights the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students and the need for targeted interventions and support. However, the data also suggests that high-performing schools within the same district are possible, indicating that there may be opportunities for the lower-performing schools to learn from and emulate the practices of their higher-performing counterparts.
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