Summary:
The Wharton Independent School District (Isd) in Texas has only one middle school, Wharton J H, which serves students in grades 6-8. Despite the school's diverse student population, it has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Texas middle schools and struggles with low academic performance, particularly in reading and math.
Wharton J H's student body is predominantly Hispanic (61.52%) and African American (25.47%), with a high percentage (76.69%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population. The school's academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is significantly below the state averages across all subjects and grade levels, with proficiency rates in reading ranging from 31.25% to 35.51%, compared to the state averages of 52.08% to 54.45%.
Despite the school's low performance, it appears to be spending more per student ($9,585) than the state average, raising questions about the effectiveness of resource allocation. However, the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.5 to 1 could be a strength that could be leveraged to provide more personalized instruction and support for students. Addressing the challenges faced by Wharton J H will likely require a comprehensive approach that considers the school's demographic factors, resource allocation, and targeted interventions to support student learning and success.
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