Summary:
The Nederland Independent School District (Isd) in Texas is home to 4 elementary schools that serve students from diverse backgrounds. These schools demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, with several standout performers that consistently outshine district and state averages.
Helena Park Elementary is a shining example, consistently ranking among the top 15% of Texas elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school boasts the highest percentage of white students (59.26%) and outperforms its peers in STAAR reading and math proficiency across multiple grade levels. In contrast, Hillcrest Elementary stands out for its strong academic performance, particularly in 4th and 5th grade STAAR reading and math, as well as its excellence in STAAR Spanish assessments, exceeding district and state averages.
The district's elementary schools serve diverse student populations, with varying racial compositions and socioeconomic backgrounds. While all schools generally outperform district and state averages, the data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, with Hillcrest Elementary, which has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients (69.44%), also demonstrating some of the lower proficiency rates in certain grade levels. Nonetheless, the similar per-student spending across the schools indicates a commitment to providing equitable resources, which may contribute to the overall high performance of the district.
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