Summary:
The city of Needville, Texas, is served by the Needville Independent School District (Isd), which includes four schools—Needville Elementary (PK-3), Needville Middle (4-6), Needville J H (7-8), and Needville High School (9-12)—serving a total of 3,650 students. The district ranks in the 92nd percentile statewide and holds a 5-star rating, with every school outperforming Texas state averages on every tested subject, making it a top-tier choice for families.
Standout schools include Needville J H, which is an "accelerated math powerhouse" with over 95% of its students proficient in Algebra I—far exceeding the district average of 66% and the state average of 54%. Needville High School is a "consistent climber," improving its state percentile rank from 74th to 85th over three years, with a 98.5% graduation rate and a 0.3% dropout rate. Needville Elementary provides a strong foundation, with 70% of 3rd graders proficient in reading and 65% in math, compared to state averages of 51% and 44%, respectively. Student-teacher ratios are favorable, with Needville J H at 12.6:1 and Needville High School at 13.6:1, while spending per student ranges from $8,616 at the elementary level to $11,195 at the high school.
Key findings reveal a "middle school math slump," with proficiency dropping from 74% in 4th grade at Needville Middle to 51% in 7th grade at Needville J H, suggesting a need for targeted support. Social studies is a district-wide challenge, with only 35% of 8th graders proficient—the lowest subject score, though still above the state average of 32%. The most striking insight is the "Algebra I anomaly" at Needville J H, where advanced math scores are exceptional but standard math proficiency lags, indicating a highly selective program for top students. Overall, the district excels in reading, science, and advanced math, with consistent outperformance of state averages across all schools.
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