Summary:
This analysis examines four middle schools in zip code 76020 (Azle, TX), all part of the Azle Independent School District (Isd), serving grades 5-8 with a total enrollment of 2,240 students.
Azle J H South stands out as the academic leader, particularly in advanced math, with 94.12% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I—nearly double the district average. This school also has the lowest poverty rate (38.68%) and highest state ranking (46th percentile). In contrast, Santo Forte J H is the most challenged, with the highest poverty rate (57.40%), lowest test scores, and a dramatic 32-point drop in state ranking over two years. Among the grade 5-6 schools, Azle Elementary (40.26% poverty) generally outperforms W E Hoover Elementary (53.83% poverty) in core subjects, though both struggle with 5th-grade science, where Azle Elementary’s 15.49% proficiency rate is alarmingly low.
A key takeaway is that higher spending does not guarantee better results: Santo Forte J H spends the most per student ($9,676) and has the smallest class sizes (13.9:1 ratio), yet achieves the worst outcomes, while Azle J H South spends the least ($8,669) with larger classes (15:1) and excels. This suggests factors like teaching quality and curriculum are more critical. Overall, the district shows a clear divide: Azle J H South is on an upward trajectory, while Santo Forte J H is declining rapidly, warranting further investigation into its recent changes.
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