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Palestine High School is a public high school serving 998 students in grades 9-12 in the Palestine Independent School District. The school stands out for its consistently high graduation rates, low dropout rates, and generally strong performance on state assessments, particularly in subjects like Biology, English II Reading, and U.S. History.
Palestine High School's student population is racially diverse, with 29.46% White, 21.14% African American, and 45.09% Hispanic students. The school also serves a significant proportion of low-income students, with 76.75% of the student body eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. While the school's overall performance is impressive, there are some areas for improvement, such as in Algebra I and English I Reading, where student achievement lags behind the state average. Interestingly, the school's performance varies by student subgroup, with Hispanic and English Language Learner students performing relatively well, while African American, Special Education, and Gifted and Talented students have more mixed results.
Compared to the nearby schools, such as Oakwood High School, Grapeland High School, Neches High School, Slocum High School, and Elkhart High School, Palestine High School stands out for its higher graduation rates and lower dropout rates. However, some nearby schools, such as Neches High School and Slocum High School, outperform Palestine High School on certain metrics, while others, like Westwood High School, lag behind.
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