Summary:
The 75042 zip code area of Garland, Texas is home to 8 elementary schools, all part of the Garland Independent School District (ISD) except for O'Henry Elementary, which is part of the Richardson ISD. These schools serve a high-need population, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 65% to over 90%.
Among the standout schools in this area are Walnut Glen Academy For Excel, a public magnet school that consistently ranks among the top 2% of elementary schools in Texas, and Beaver Technology Center, which ranks in the top 15% of Texas elementary schools. These high-performing schools demonstrate exceptional test scores, with over 80% of students proficient or better in reading, math, and science. In contrast, other schools in the area, such as Williams Elementary, struggle with proficiency rates well below the state and district averages.
The data reveals significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools, both within the Garland ISD and compared to state averages. This variability within the district highlights the need for targeted interventions and support at the school level to address these achievement gaps and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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