Richardson Independent School District (Isd)

The Richardson Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates a diverse set of 54 schools, including 40 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a wide range of student populations, with some schools demonstrating exceptional academic performance and others facing challenges in ensuring equitable access to quality education.

Several standout schools in the district include White Rock Elementary, Mohawk Elementary, and Arapaho Classical Magnet, all of which rank among the top 5% of Texas elementary schools and boast impressive reading and math proficiency rates, often exceeding 80%. In contrast, some schools serving higher-need populations struggle with lower proficiency rates, highlighting the need for the district to address equity and resource allocation.

The district's high schools generally have high 4-year graduation rates, ranging from 88.4% to 91.0%, and low dropout rates, with most middle and high schools having rates under 2%. However, there is a significant correlation between the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch and academic performance, suggesting that socioeconomic status plays a significant role in student outcomes. The district's specialized and magnet schools, such as the Math/Science/Technical Magnet, consistently demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, underscoring the potential benefits of targeted educational programs.