Plano Independent School District (Isd)

The Plano Independent School District (Isd) is a high-performing school district in Texas, serving 62 schools across 44 elementary, 13 middle, and 5 high school campuses. The district is known for its exceptional academic performance, with several standout schools that rank among the top in the state.

One of the district's shining stars is Academy High School, a public magnet school that ranks among the top 143 high schools in Texas. With a 100% four-year graduation rate and exceptional performance in subjects like Biology, English, and U.S. History, Academy High School is a testament to the district's commitment to academic excellence. At the elementary level, Skaggs Elementary, Mathews Elementary, and Wyatt Elementary stand out as top-performing schools, with over 80% of students proficient or better in reading and math.

While the district as a whole performs well above state averages, there is a notable variation in academic performance across individual schools. Factors such as socioeconomic status and resource allocation appear to play a significant role, with schools serving higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students generally struggling to meet state standards. The district's comprehensive high schools, Plano East, Plano West, and Plano Senior, have maintained relatively consistent performance, ranking among the top high schools in the state. However, the middle schools in the district show more variability, with some, like Robinson Middle and Rice Middle, performing exceptionally well, while others, like Carpenter Middle, struggle to meet state averages.