Summary:
In zip code 75604 of Longview, Texas, there are two middle schools serving grades 5-8 within the Pine Tree Independent School District (Isd), a district ranked in the top 25% of Texas.
Pine Tree J H (grades 7-8) stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced math, achieving a remarkable 96.7% proficiency rate on the Algebra I End-of-Course exam—nearly double the state average. This school has shown consistent improvement in its state ranking over three consecutive years and outperforms state averages in reading and math across both 7th and 8th grades. In contrast, Pine Tree Middle (grades 5-6) performs near or slightly above state averages in most subjects, with a notable strength in 5th grade reading (61.88% proficient). However, Pine Tree Middle struggles with 5th grade math, scoring below the state average, while Pine Tree J H faces a clear weakness in 8th grade social studies, where only 24.44% of students are proficient compared to the state average of 31.69%.
Both schools serve a student population with significant economic disadvantage, yet they consistently achieve reading scores above the state average, indicating effective literacy instruction. Pine Tree J H benefits from higher spending per student ($10,518 vs. $9,898) and a slightly lower student-teacher ratio (14.3:1 vs. 15.3:1), which correlates with its stronger overall academic performance. The district appears to strategically allocate more resources to the upper middle school grades, contributing to Pine Tree J H's standout math program and improving rankings. For parents, Pine Tree J H offers a strong academic pipeline, particularly in advanced math, while Pine Tree Middle provides a solid foundation with room for growth in math instruction.
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