Summary:
The Hearne Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates two schools: Hearne Elementary and Hearne JH/High School. Both schools are performing significantly below the state average on key metrics, particularly in terms of test scores and state-wide rankings.
On state assessments, the proficiency rates at both Hearne Elementary and Hearne JH/High School are alarmingly low, with the highest being just 27.12% in U.S. History at the high school level. The schools are also ranked among the lowest in the state, with Hearne Elementary ranked 4560 out of 4675 Texas elementary schools and Hearne JH/High School ranked 1852 out of 1987 Texas high schools. Despite relatively high spending per student and small class sizes, the schools have not shown significant improvement in their performance over the past few years.
Socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the challenges faced by the Hearne ISD schools, as both campuses serve a predominantly low-income population, with over 93% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. The district's struggles to effectively allocate resources and improve student outcomes suggest that a comprehensive review of strategies and approaches may be necessary to address the underlying issues and provide a better educational experience for the students in the Hearne community.
Thank you for your feedback!