Summary:
This analysis examines 18 middle schools in Corpus Christi, Texas, serving grades 5-8 across six districts, including the large Corpus Christi Independent School District (Isd) and smaller systems like London Independent School District (Isd).
London Middle is the clear academic standout, earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the top 10% of Texas middle schools, with the lowest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (19.54%). Other strong performers include Flour Bluff J H, which maintains a 4-star rating and achieves 100% Algebra I proficiency, and Kaffie Middle, which excels in advanced math with a 95.28% Algebra I pass rate. In contrast, schools like Cunningham Middle At South Park and Driscoll Middle face significant challenges, with over 94% of students economically disadvantaged and rankings in the bottom 20% statewide. The only charter school, Seashore Middle Academy, shows mixed performance, dropping from a 4-star to a 3-star rating recently.
Key metrics reveal wide disparities: statewide rankings range from 149th (London Middle) to 2,171st (West Oso J H), with a median rank around the 41st percentile. Algebra I proficiency is a notable strength, with seven schools achieving over 90% pass rates, though this success often masks struggles in grade-level math. Spending per student varies from $6,093 at Kaffie Middle to $11,558 at Haas Middle, yet higher spending does not guarantee better outcomes, as low-performing schools like Hamlin Middle spend over $11,500 per student. The Flour Bluff Independent School District (Isd) model, using separate intermediate and junior high schools, proves effective with consistent 4-star ratings. Overall, socioeconomic factors strongly correlate with performance, highlighting the need for targeted support in higher-poverty schools.
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