Summary:
The Llano Independent School District (Isd) serves approximately 1,968 students across four schools in Texas: two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, earning a 3-star district rating. Llano Elementary stands out as the top academic performer, consistently exceeding district and state averages on STAAR tests, with a 4-star state ranking in the 82nd percentile. In contrast, Packsaddle Elementary is the lowest-performing school, ranking in the 28th percentile (1 star), and serves the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students at 79.05%. Llano J H shows a unique strength in advanced math, with nearly 97% of its 8th graders proficient in Algebra I, far above state averages, though its standard grade-level math scores lag behind. Llano High School excels in student retention, boasting a 99.2% graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate, but its STAAR scores in Algebra I (23.58%) and English I Reading (48.67%) are significant weaknesses.
Key metrics reveal notable disparities. Packsaddle Elementary has the highest student-teacher ratio (15:1) and the lowest spending per student ($11,557), while Llano Elementary achieves the best results with a higher ratio (14.4:1) and moderate spending ($12,253). Llano High School spends the most per student ($12,881) and has the lowest student-teacher ratio (10.9:1). Economically disadvantaged rates vary, with Packsaddle at 79.05%, Llano J H at 66.19%, Llano High School at 61.8%, and Llano Elementary at 58.07%.
Interesting findings include the "Packsaddle Paradox," where higher needs meet lower resources, suggesting targeted investment could improve outcomes. Llano Elementary serves as a model of efficiency, achieving top scores without the highest spending. The middle school's math anomaly—excelling in advanced Algebra I but struggling in standard math—indicates a need to broaden its success. District-wide, early math scores in 3rd and 4th grades are a consistent weakness, pointing to a need for stronger foundational instruction to prepare students for high school coursework.
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