Summary:
In zip code 75605 (Longview, TX), four elementary schools serve students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade across three distinct school districts, offering a range of academic environments for families to consider.
Spring Hill Intermediate stands out as the top academic performer, ranking in the 93rd percentile statewide with a 5-star rating, and consistently exceeding district and state averages in math and reading. Its feeder school, Spring Hill Pri, provides a strong foundation for grades PK-2 within the highly-ranked Spring Hill Independent School District (Isd). Hallsville West Elementary is a consistent 4-star performer, outperforming its own Hallsville Independent School District (Isd) in every subject, making it a strong choice within a moderately ranked district. In contrast, Johnston-McQueen Elementary faces the most challenges, with the highest rate of economic disadvantage (76% free/reduced lunch) and test scores that often fall below both district and state averages, though it has shown improvement from a 2-star to a 3-star rating.
A key finding is the "spending vs. performance" paradox: Johnston-McQueen spends the most per student ($10,964) yet achieves the lowest scores, while Spring Hill Intermediate spends the least ($8,497) and achieves the highest. This suggests that factors like instructional quality and community support are more critical than spending alone. Overall, families in 75605 have clear options: Spring Hill ISD offers a powerful academic pipeline from primary through intermediate grades, Hallsville West provides consistent excellence within its district, and Johnston-McQueen, despite headwinds, is on an upward trajectory within Longview Independent School District (Isd).
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