Summary:
In zip code 75790, there is one middle school, Van J H, serving grades 7 and 8 with 360 students in the Van area, part of the Van Independent School District (Isd).
Van J H shows a mix of standout strengths and areas needing attention. Its most impressive achievement is in advanced math, where 93.33% of students taking Algebra I were proficient in 2024-2025, far exceeding the state average of 47.01%. The school also excels in 8th-grade reading (76.27% proficient vs. 56.39% statewide) and 8th-grade science (58.52% vs. 46.25%). However, the school's state ranking has declined from the 77th percentile to a projected 57th percentile over three years. A major concern is a dramatic drop in 7th-grade math proficiency, falling from 40.33% to just 14.56% in the latest projection, well below the state average. The school maintains a low student-teacher ratio of 13.7 and spends $9,204 per student, with 57.5% of students economically disadvantaged and a 0% dropout rate.
The data reveals an inconsistent performance pattern. While Van J H produces top-tier results in Algebra I and strong 8th-grade reading and science scores, it struggles in 7th-grade math and 8th-grade social studies (21.43% proficient in the latest projection). This suggests that academic success varies significantly by subject and grade level, possibly due to teacher or curriculum differences. The school's declining ranking despite above-average scores in several subjects indicates that other schools are improving faster. For parents, this school offers excellent advanced math opportunities and strong reading instruction, but the sharp decline in 7th-grade math warrants close attention and support.
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