Summary:
The 76821 zip code area is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school: Ballinger Elementary, Ballinger High School, and Ballinger J H (middle school). These schools, part of the Ballinger Independent School District (Isd), demonstrate a mix of strengths and areas for improvement based on factors like test scores, graduation rates, and student demographics.
Ballinger High School stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 95.9% and low dropout rate of 0.0%. The school also performs well on some STAAR EOC exams, particularly in Biology and English I/II Reading. In contrast, Ballinger Elementary struggles with STAAR Reading and Math proficiency, scoring well below state averages. Ballinger J H has mixed results, with stronger performance in 8th grade Reading but weaker outcomes in 6th-8th grade Math.
Across the schools, there are notable disparities in student racial demographics and socioeconomic factors. Ballinger Elementary has a more diverse student population, while Ballinger High School and Ballinger J H have higher Hispanic student enrollments. Additionally, Ballinger Elementary has the highest free/reduced lunch rate at 67.66%, which may present unique challenges. Overall, these schools demonstrate the need for targeted support and a comprehensive approach to address both academic and socioeconomic factors impacting student success.
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