Wortham Independent School District (Isd)

The Wortham Independent School District (Isd) is a small district in Texas that serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across three schools: Wortham Elementary, Wortham High School, and Wortham Middle. While the district faces some academic challenges, with most schools performing below state averages, there are also bright spots, such as Wortham High School's exceptional 97.6% four-year graduation rate.

Wortham High School stands out for its high graduation rate, which is significantly above the state average. Wortham Middle School also impresses with a 0% dropout rate. At the elementary level, Wortham Elementary has relatively high proficiency rates in 3rd and 4th grade reading and math compared to the district and state. However, the district as a whole struggles academically, with most schools performing below state averages on STAAR/EOC exams.

The Wortham ISD serves a student population that is predominantly White, with Hispanic students making up the next largest group. A high percentage of students, ranging from 50.3% to 62.3%, qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage in the district. The district's low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 9:1 to 17.5:1, suggest opportunities to leverage this resource more effectively to drive student learning and achievement.