Pearsall Independent School District (Isd)

The Pearsall Independent School District (Isd) in Texas operates 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district serves a predominantly Hispanic student population facing significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high free/reduced lunch rates across all schools.

While Pearsall High School has a relatively high 91.5% four-year graduation rate, its test scores are consistently below the state average, indicating academic performance is an area of concern. In contrast, Ted Flores Elementary stands out with the highest percentage of Hispanic students (95.19%) and the highest free/reduced lunch rate (90.58%) among the district's schools, yet maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 18:1.

The district's overall test scores are significantly lower than the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, raising questions about equity and the ability to provide consistent, high-quality education. The inclusion of the Atascosa Juvenile Detention Center in the district's data set highlights the district's efforts to serve a unique population of students with specialized educational needs, but more comprehensive performance data is needed to fully evaluate the school's effectiveness.