Summary:
The San Angelo Independent School District (ISD) in Texas is home to 17 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools vary significantly in their academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation, with some standout campuses like Ft Concho Elementary and Santa Rita Elementary consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state. In contrast, schools with high rates of economic disadvantage, such as Bradford Elementary, Reagan Elementary, and San Jacinto Elementary, struggle with significantly lower test scores and academic performance.
The data reveals stark performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the San Angelo ISD. For example, in 5th grade reading, Ft Concho Elementary had a 69.91% proficiency rate, compared to just 14.29% at Bradford Elementary. This disparity suggests a strong correlation between economic disadvantage, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic achievement. Schools with the highest rates of poverty, such as Bradford, Reagan, and San Jacinto Elementary, consistently underperform on standardized tests.
While many schools in the San Angelo ISD struggle, a few like Ft Concho Elementary and Santa Rita Elementary demonstrate that high levels of student achievement are possible within the district. Understanding the practices and strategies employed at these successful schools could provide valuable insights for improving performance at other campuses and addressing the significant disparities in educational opportunities across the San Angelo ISD.
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