Summary:
The Donna Independent School District (Isd) in Texas is home to two high schools: Donna High School and Donna North High School. Both schools serve predominantly Hispanic student populations, with over 99% of students identifying as Hispanic. However, the data reveals that these schools face significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to their students.
Academically, both Donna High School and Donna North High School have consistently performed well below the state average on STAAR EOC (End of Course) exams across all subjects. For example, in Algebra I, Donna High School scored 38.92% proficient or better, while Donna North High School scored only 13.57%, compared to the state average of 44.73%. This suggests that the schools are struggling to provide a high-quality education to their students.
Additionally, both schools serve predominantly low-income communities, with over 92% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor likely contributes to the schools' academic challenges and may require targeted interventions and support. Despite similar spending per student and student-teacher ratios, the data indicates that resource allocation may not be the primary driver of the academic performance issues, and other factors, such as curriculum, teaching quality, and school leadership, may play a more significant role in the schools' struggles.
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