McAllen Independent School District (Isd)

The McAllen Independent School District (Isd) in Texas operates 30 schools, including 18 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 6 high schools, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district's schools demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Achieve Early College High School ranking among the top schools in the state, while others struggle to meet proficiency targets.

Achieve Early College High School stands out with its exceptional academic performance, ranking in the top 55 high schools in Texas and boasting over 90% proficiency in several STAAR EOC exams. Similarly, Morris Middle is ranked in the top 199 middle schools in Texas and demonstrates very high student achievement, with 70-80% proficiency in reading and 45-70% proficiency in math. At the elementary level, Gonzalez Elementary and Milam Elementary are ranked in the top 429 and 496 elementary schools in Texas, respectively, and show strong academic performance, particularly in reading.

While the district's high schools generally have very high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 97.6% to 100%, and low dropout rates, there are significant disparities in academic performance across the district. Many schools with high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch struggle to meet state standards, suggesting a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic outcomes. The wide range in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios across the district also highlights the need for more equitable resource allocation and distribution to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.