Summary:
The 75766 zip code area of Jacksonville, Texas is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Jacksonville Independent School District (ISD). While the district as a whole is ranked 647 out of 968 in Texas with a 2-star rating, a few standout schools in the area are worth highlighting.
Joe Wright Elementary and East Side Elementary lead the pack in reading and math proficiency, with over 50% of students scoring at grade level. In contrast, Nichols Intermediate and West Side Elementary struggle with lower proficiency rates. At the high school level, Jacksonville High School stands out with a strong 94.2% 4-year graduation rate, despite overall performance below the state average.
Across the district, schools face challenges with high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, ranging from 76.91% to 95.79% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This economic disadvantage likely contributes to the generally low academic performance, with most schools scoring below the state average on STAAR assessments. However, the data suggests that with the right targeted support and resources, some schools in the 75766 area are able to achieve higher levels of student success.
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