Summary:
The Bishop Consolidated Independent School District is home to a single middle school, Lillion E Luehrs J H, which serves grades 6 through 8 with an enrollment of 330 students. This school has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking, rising from the 70th percentile (3 stars) in 2023-2024 to the 78th percentile (4 stars) for both the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years, placing it 517th out of 2,335 schools statewide. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.4 and has a zero percent dropout rate, outperforming the district's 0.3% rate.
Academically, Lillion E Luehrs J H demonstrates several standout strengths. Its Algebra I program is exceptional, with near-perfect proficiency rates of 100% in 2024-2025 and 97.96% in 2025-2026, dramatically exceeding the state average of 54.03%. Reading proficiency is a consistent strength across all grades, with scores 8-10 percentage points above state averages. However, the school shows a notable "7th grade math slump," with proficiency dropping from 62.71% in 2024-2025 to 38.81% in 2025-2026, a significant decline that warrants investigation. Additionally, 8th-grade science is a clear weakness, with only 33% of students proficient compared to the state's 46.25%.
Despite nearly 60% of students being economically disadvantaged, the school achieves above-average performance in most subjects, suggesting effective resource allocation and teaching strategies. The school's spending is $10,135 per student, and it excels in advanced math preparation, creating a strong pipeline for students ready for Algebra I. While the school has clear areas for improvement, particularly in 7th-grade math and 8th-grade science, its overall trajectory is positive, with strong reading programs and exceptional advanced math outcomes making it a solid choice for families in the district.
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