Summary:
The Azle, Texas area is served by 12 schools across two districts—primarily the Azle Independent School District (Isd) (ranked 552nd in Texas) and one school in the Springtown Independent School District (Isd)—covering grades PK through 12, with a mix of elementary, middle, and high schools.
For parents, the standout performer is Silver Creek Elementary, which leads all elementary schools with a 74th percentile state ranking and significantly higher 4th-grade reading (69.88%) and math (59.52%) scores than district averages. In contrast, Azle Hornet Academy faces the biggest challenges, ranking in the 13th percentile with critically low test scores (0% proficient in Algebra I), though it maintains a 0% dropout rate and 91.5% graduation rate, serving as a vital safety net for at-risk students. Among middle schools, Azle J H South excels in advanced math, with 87.23% of students proficient in Algebra I—far above the state average of 54.03%—while Azle High School is a solid performer (61st percentile) with a 95.4% graduation rate, though it struggles in Algebra I compared to state averages.
Key takeaways include a clear link between socioeconomic factors and performance: top elementary Silver Creek Elementary has the lowest free/reduced lunch rate (36.83%), while lower-performing schools like Liberty Elementary and Hilltop Elementary have rates above 48%. Spending doesn't predict success—Springtown Reno Elementary spends the most ($11,818 per student) but ranks lower, while Silver Creek Elementary spends $10,088 and excels. Several elementary schools, including Liberty Elementary and Cross Timbers Elementary, show declining state rankings, warranting attention from district leadership.
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