Summary:
The Detroit Independent School District (Isd) in Texas has only one middle school, Detroit J H, which serves students in grades 6-8. This school has consistently underperformed compared to other middle schools in the state, ranking in the bottom half of Texas middle schools and receiving a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Detroit J H's academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is generally below the state average across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, the percentage of students proficient or better in reading ranged from 19.51% (6th grade) to 38.46% (8th grade), compared to the state averages of 54.45% (6th grade) and 54.09% (8th grade). The school's predominantly White student population (84.48%) and high percentage of students (65.52%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch suggest that socioeconomic factors may be influencing the school's academic challenges.
Despite the relatively high per-student spending ($13,080) and low student-teacher ratio (9.4) at Detroit J H, the school's academic performance remains below state averages. This suggests that simply allocating more resources may not be the sole solution, and a deeper analysis of how resources are utilized and targeted may be necessary. Additionally, the school's racial composition raises questions about the diversity and equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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