Spearman Independent School District (Isd)

The Spearman Independent School District (Isd) in Texas operates three schools: Gus Birdwell Elementary, Spearman High School, and Spearman J H. These schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population and face challenges related to economic disadvantage, but they have also demonstrated strong academic performance and exceptional graduation and dropout rates.

Spearman High School stands out as a top performer, ranking 358 out of 1,961 Texas high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school maintains a high 4-year graduation rate of 97.5% and a 0.0% dropout rate, while spending $13,045 per student. Spearman J H also excels, ranking 395 out of 2,330 Texas middle schools and achieving high proficiency rates in STAAR Reading and Mathematics across grades 6-8, with a 0.0% dropout rate and the highest per-student spending in the district at $13,956.

While Gus Birdwell Elementary has strong STAAR proficiency rates, the district as a whole faces challenges related to the high proportion of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 53.36% at Spearman High School to 64.42% at Spearman J H. This suggests a need for the district to allocate resources and support to address the needs of economically disadvantaged students, while building on the academic excellence demonstrated by its standout schools.