Summary:
The 78741 zip code area of Austin, Texas is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, operated by 3 different school districts. The schools in this area serve a predominantly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged student population, with several schools having over 90% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools, Idea Montopolis College Preparatory, a high school, has a remarkable 100% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the other schools in the data set. However, its overall state ranking has declined in recent years, going from 3 stars in 2021-2022 to 1 star in 2023-2024. In contrast, Linder Elementary has the highest spending per student at $14,493, but its test scores are among the lowest, with only 18.42% of 3rd graders proficient or better in STAAR Reading and 14.86% proficient or better in STAAR Math.
The data also reveals a wide range of academic performance across the schools, with some high-performing schools like Idea Montopolis College Preparatory and others struggling, like Baty Elementary and Linder Elementary. The two Idea Public Schools in the data set have higher graduation rates and stronger test scores than the traditional public schools operated by Austin Independent School District (ISD) and Del Valle Independent School District (ISD). However, the The Excel Center (For Adults) high school for adults has very low graduation rates and high dropout rates, indicating challenges in serving its student population.
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