Summary:
The Point Isabel Independent School District (ISD) in Texas is home to two elementary schools, Derry Elementary and Garriga Elementary, both serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The district serves a predominantly Hispanic student population, with over 90% of students identifying as Hispanic at both schools.
Derry Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, with students consistently outperforming the district and state averages in STAAR Reading and Mathematics proficiency across most grade levels. The school's 5th-grade STAAR Science proficiency rate is also higher than the district and state. While Garriga Elementary has a higher 5th-grade STAAR Reading proficiency rate compared to the district and state, it generally lags behind Derry Elementary in overall academic performance.
Both schools serve a high-need student population, with free/reduced lunch rates exceeding 89%. However, Derry Elementary has a slightly lower student-teacher ratio and spending per student, suggesting that factors beyond just resources may contribute to its stronger academic performance. The data indicates opportunities for targeted interventions and support, particularly in areas where both schools underperform the district and state, such as 4th-grade STAAR Reading and 5th-grade STAAR Science.
Thank you for your feedback!