Iola Independent School District (Isd)

The Iola Independent School District (ISD) is a small school district in Texas that serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district is home to two schools: Iola High School and Iola Elementary.

Iola High School stands out as an exceptional performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Texas high schools and maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a remarkable 100% 4-year graduation rate and impressive student performance on STAAR assessments, which are notably higher than state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels. In contrast, Iola Elementary appears to be a more typical performer, with academic results generally on par with or slightly above state averages.

While Iola High School excels academically, there are some potential equity concerns at Iola Elementary. The elementary school has a significantly higher percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch compared to the high school, which may indicate the need to ensure all students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed. Additionally, the district's per-student spending is notably higher at the high school than the elementary school, which could contribute to the differences in academic performance and resources between the two schools.