Summary:
The 78405 zip code area of Corpus Christi, Texas is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 Corpus Christi Independent School District (ISD) schools, 2 West Oso Independent School District (ISD) schools, and 1 Valere Public Schools charter school. While the schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population with high rates of free/reduced lunch, there are stark contrasts in academic performance across the district.
The standout schools in the area are Harold T. Branch Academy for Career & Technical Education, which has consistently ranked among the top high schools in Texas and boasts impressive graduation and test score metrics, and Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi, a high-performing public charter school that outperforms the district and state on reading and math assessments. In contrast, Zavala Elementary and West Oso J.H. struggle to meet state averages on standardized tests.
The data also reveals significant disparities in funding, with spending per student ranging from $7,574 at Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi to $12,535 at West Oso High School. This suggests that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution, and that efficient resource allocation and targeted interventions may be more effective in addressing the specific needs of these schools and their students, who face significant socioeconomic challenges.
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