Harlandale Independent School District (Isd)

The Harlandale Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates 20 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 5 high schools, serving a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population. While the district as a whole is ranked 845 out of 968 districts in Texas and rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, there are a few standout schools that demonstrate the district's potential for high performance.

The Harlandale ISD STEM ECHS-Alamo Colleges at PAC high school is a shining example, ranked 279 out of 1,987 high schools in Texas and earning a 4 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger. This school boasts a 100% four-year graduation rate, a very low 0.2% dropout rate, and exceptional test scores, with over 90% of students proficient or better in STAAR EOC Biology and over 75% proficient in English I/II Reading and U.S. History. In contrast, other high schools in the district, such as McCollum High School, have more typical graduation rates around 89% and test scores generally lower than state averages.

The wide range in student outcomes across the district's schools is further highlighted by the significant variation in dropout rates, from 0% at Hac Daep High School and Hac Daep Middle to 13.9% at Frank M. Tejeda Academy. Additionally, the district's high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, often over 90%, and the wide discrepancy in spending per student, from under $9,000 to over $230,000, suggest significant challenges in resource allocation and equity that the Harlandale ISD may need to address to improve overall student outcomes.