Summary:
The city of Balch Springs, Texas is home to 6 schools serving elementary and middle school students, with no high schools or alternative schools in the area. These schools are part of the Dallas Independent School District (ISD), the Mesquite Independent School District (ISD), and the KIPP Texas Public Schools district, with one school being a public charter.
Among the Balch Springs schools, Gray Elementary stands out as the highest-ranked, performing above district and state averages on several STAAR test metrics, particularly in reading. Hodges Elementary also impresses with the best student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its relatively stronger performance compared to other elementary schools in the area. At the middle school level, Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middle has the highest enrollment and outperforms the district and state on several STAAR test metrics, especially in mathematics.
However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the Balch Springs schools, with some institutions struggling to meet state benchmarks. The schools serve predominantly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 88% to 97%. This suggests that the schools face significant challenges in supporting their students, and the differences in performance may be influenced by factors such as school type, district, and student-teacher ratios.
Thank you for your feedback!