Summary:
The city of Quitman, Texas, is served by the Quitman Independent School District (Isd), which operates three public schools—Quitman Elementary (grades PK-5), Quitman J H (grades 6-8), and Quitman High School (grades 9-12)—serving a total of 1,208 students.
Among the three schools, Quitman J H stands out as the district’s most consistent performer, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for three consecutive years and often exceeding state averages in Reading and Social Studies. Quitman High School is a high achiever in core subjects, with 75% of students proficient in English II Reading (well above the state average of 59.88%), a 99% graduation rate, and a very low 0.3% dropout rate. However, Quitman Elementary, which has the largest enrollment (580 students) and the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (60.17%), consistently underperforms in Mathematics across all tested grades, with only 36.05% of 4th graders proficient compared to 49.28% statewide.
Key metrics reveal a spending paradox: the high school receives $14,500 per student (the most funding) while serving the fewest economically disadvantaged students, whereas the elementary school receives only $9,197 per student despite having the highest need. The district excels in Reading, with 8th-grade proficiency reaching 71.43% (nearly 13 points above the state average), but Mathematics is a systemic weakness across all schools. The high school’s state ranking has declined from the 79th to the 56th percentile, though its actual test scores remain strong, suggesting other Texas schools are improving faster. Overall, families can expect strong Reading programs and a stable high school experience, but should be aware of the need for targeted math support, especially at the elementary level.
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