Summary:
The Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies is the sole middle school located within the Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies STEM School district in Port Arthur, Texas. This school has seen a concerning decline in its statewide ranking and academic performance over the past few years, raising questions about the quality of education provided to its students.
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies has experienced a significant drop in its statewide ranking, falling from 880 out of 2,330 Texas middle schools in 2022-2023 to 2,229 out of 2,344 in 2024-2025. Additionally, the school's SchoolDigger rating has decreased from 3 stars out of 5 to 0 stars over the same period. This downward trend is mirrored in the school's academic performance, with proficiency rates in STAAR tests falling well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For instance, in 2024-2025, the school's 6th-grade reading proficiency rate was just 7.69%, compared to the state average of 54.21%.
Demographic and socioeconomic factors may play a role in the school's struggles. Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies serves a predominantly low-income population, with 97.96% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. The school also has a relatively small student population of only 49 students, with a student-teacher ratio slightly higher than the state average. These challenges may contribute to the school's inability to provide the necessary resources and personalized attention to support student learning and academic achievement.
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