Tyler Independent School District (Isd)

The Tyler Independent School District (ISD) operates 25 schools, including 17 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds across the Tyler, Texas area. The district as a whole is rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating average performance compared to other districts in the state, but there is a wide range of school quality within the district.

A few schools stand out as exceptional performers, including the Tyler Independent School District (ISD) Early College High School, which ranks among the top 35 high schools in Texas and has consistently high performance on state assessments. The Caldwell Arts Academy and Birdwell School are also high-performing magnet schools that rank among the top elementary schools in the state. In contrast, some schools like Orr Elementary, Griffin Elementary, and Peete Elementary struggle to meet state standards.

Graduation rates across the district's two high schools are strong, with both Tyler Legacy High School and Tyler High School achieving a 97.4% four-year graduation rate, higher than the state average. However, academic performance on state assessments varies widely, with the top-performing schools significantly outpacing the district and state averages, while lower-performing schools lag behind. Factors like socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, appear to play a role in student achievement across the district.