Summary
Colorado River Collegiate Academy in Bastrop, TX, is a small, high-performing high school serving 190 students in grades 9-12, and it stands out as a top-tier school within the Bastrop Independent School District (Isd), which overall ranks in the bottom 16th percentile statewide. This school consistently earns a 5-star rating and ranks in the top 5% of all Texas high schools, making it a remarkable outlier compared to nearby schools. For instance, Bastrop High School, just 0.25 miles away, is a 2-star school in the 33rd percentile, while Cedar Creek High School and Elgin High School are 1-star schools in the 17th and 16th percentiles, respectively.
The school’s academic performance is exceptional, with STAAR End-of-Course exam proficiency rates that far exceed state and district averages. For example, in Biology, CRCA achieved a 94.94% proficiency rate, compared to the next best nearby school, Smithville High School, at 71.22%, and the state average of 70.51%. In English I and II Reading, CRCA posted scores of 90% and 97.62%, respectively, while the district averages were just 38.62% and 49.57%. The school also maintains a perfect 100% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, a record unmatched by any nearby school, such as Genesis High School (90.5%) or Del Valle Opportunity Center (63.5%). The only area for improvement is Algebra I, where CRCA’s proficiency rate (44.44%) is below the state average (54.03%), though it still leads the district (31.81%).
CRCA achieves these results with a low student-to-teacher ratio of 14.3:1 and lower per-pupil spending ($8,716) than its larger district peers, such as Bastrop High ($10,814) and Cedar Creek High ($9,747). The school excels across all student subgroups, earning 5-star ratings for male, white, Hispanic, low socio-economic status, and English language learner students. This efficiency and focus on college preparation make CRCA a standout choice for families seeking a rigorous academic environment, even within a lower-performing district. Its success is a testament to a focused curriculum and strong school culture, offering a world-class education to a diverse student body.
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