Summary:
The Taylor Independent School District (Isd) serves approximately 2,927 students across six schools in Texas, including three elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools, with a high level of economic disadvantage reflected in a 66.7% free/reduced lunch rate.
The district is defined by a stark contrast between its two high schools. Legacy Early College High School is a standout performer, ranking in the 95th percentile statewide with a 5-star rating, achieving a 100% graduation rate, and posting exceptional STAAR scores—like 91.43% proficiency in English I Reading versus the district's 46.38%. It accomplishes this with the lowest per-student spending ($8,008). In contrast, Taylor High School struggles significantly, ranking in the 27th percentile (1-star rating) with declining performance, such as only 30.86% proficiency in Algebra I, despite having the highest per-student spending ($12,303). This inverse relationship between spending and outcomes suggests resource allocation, not just amount, is key. Taylor Middle also shows critical weaknesses, particularly in math where only 8.66% of 7th graders were proficient, far below the state average of 29.41%, likely feeding into the high school's struggles.
Among elementary schools, Naomi Pasemann Elementary is the strongest, with 60.19% of 3rd graders proficient in reading versus the district's 48.69%, while Main Street Elementary consistently underperforms. Th Johnson Elementary, serving only PK-K, has no test data, making it an unknown factor. The district's overall 2-star rating masks this internal divide, with Legacy proving high achievement is possible, while the rest of the district, especially Taylor High and Taylor Middle, requires urgent intervention to bridge the gap.
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