Summary:
The 77013 zip code area in Houston, Texas is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) or the Varnett Public School district. While the Robinson Elementary and Oates Elementary schools struggle to meet performance standards, the Varnett School - East, a public charter elementary school, outperforms the others in the area.
The data reveals significant disparities in school performance, with Furr High School ranking in the bottom 20% of Texas high schools and receiving a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its test scores are well below the HISD and state averages, and it has a high dropout rate of 6.7%. In contrast, the Varnett School - East outperforms the other elementary schools, with higher proficiency rates in reading and math compared to the HISD and state averages, as well as a lower student-teacher ratio and higher spending per student.
The schools in the 77013 zip code area serve predominantly minority student populations, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group. All of the schools have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 95.57% to 100%. This suggests a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, highlighting the challenges faced by schools serving economically disadvantaged communities. While the Varnett School - East's performance may indicate the potential advantages of charter schools, more research would be needed to draw firm conclusions about the impact of school choice in this area.
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