Summary:
The Longview Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates 14 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district as a whole is ranked 494 out of 968 districts in Texas and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Within the district, a few schools stand out as high-performing, including Hudson Elementary, which is ranked 2nd out of 4,675 elementary schools in Texas and has a 5-star rating. Other top-performing schools are Foster Middle and Judson Steam Academy, both of which have 4-star ratings and strong STAAR test scores. In contrast, Lead Academy High School and Juvenile Detent Center appear to be the lowest-performing schools in the district, with 1-star ratings and lower test scores.
The data also reveals that many schools in the Longview ISD serve economically disadvantaged populations, with high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance suggests the district may need to focus on addressing the needs of its struggling schools. Additionally, the district's magnet and charter schools, such as East Texas Montessori Prep Academy and Forest Park Magnet School, appear to be outperforming the traditional public schools, indicating that these specialized school models may be effective in improving student outcomes.
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