Summary:
The five public schools in zip code 75423 serve the Celeste, TX area, split between the Bland Independent School District (Isd) and the Celeste Independent School District (Isd), and include two elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school with a total enrollment of 1,046 students.
Within this area, Celeste High School stands out for its exceptional student outcomes, boasting a 100% graduation rate and zero dropouts, while significantly outperforming state averages in English II Reading and Biology. In contrast, Bland Middle is a standout for improvement, with its state ranking jumping to the 76th percentile driven by strong gains in 8th-grade math. Celeste J H is the highest-ranked school in the zip code at the 82nd percentile, showing consistent excellence across all core subjects. Notably, Bland Elementary excels in math and science, with 5th-grade math proficiency at 58.73% and science at 57.89%, both well above state averages, while Celeste Elementary struggles, ranking in the 57th percentile with math scores significantly below state averages.
A key takeaway is the dramatic improvement within the Celeste ISD pipeline: despite low performance at the elementary level, students at Celeste J.H. and Celeste High School achieve much higher results, suggesting effective middle and high school programs. Spending varies, with Celeste High School spending the most per student at $15,539, while Celeste Elementary spends the least at $9,792. Student-teacher ratios are small, with Celeste High School having the most favorable ratio at 7.5:1. Economic disadvantage is high across all schools, ranging from 50.34% to 75% of students receiving free or reduced lunch, yet both districts are rated highly, with Bland ISD in the 76th percentile and Celeste ISD in the 77th percentile statewide.
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