Summary:
Robstown, Texas, is served by six schools that collectively educate about 2,680 students from elementary through high school, with the vast majority belonging to the Robstown Independent School District (Isd), which ranks in the bottom 3% of Texas districts, while one school, Petronila Elementary, belongs to the much higher-performing Bishop Consolidated Independent School District.
The most striking contrast is between Petronila Elementary and the Robstown ISD schools. Petronila Elementary is a standout performer, ranking in the 97th percentile statewide with exceptional math and reading scores, while Robstown ISD schools like San Pedro Fine Arts Academy and Seale J H struggle significantly. For example, Seale J H has a remarkable pocket of excellence with 94.74% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I, yet its 7th-grade math proficiency is just 0.83%. Similarly, Robert Driscoll Junior Stem Academy has a "STEM" focus but only 23.23% of 5th graders are proficient in math. Robstown Early College High School offers a bright spot with a 93% graduation rate and decent English scores, though its overall state rank is low.
Across the Robstown ISD, a high rate of economic disadvantage (averaging 85.9% free/reduced lunch) is a key factor, but spending per student varies widely without guaranteeing better results. San Pedro Fine Arts Academy spends the most ($12,713/student) yet has the lowest performance, while Lotspeich Leadership Academy has the largest class sizes (19.2:1). The data reveals a systemic math crisis in the district, but also shows that advanced programs like the Algebra I course at Seale J H can achieve outstanding results, offering hope that targeted efforts can overcome broader challenges.
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