Summary:
This analysis covers five high schools in zip code 76063, serving grades 9-12 within the Mansfield Independent School District (Isd), a highly-rated district in Mansfield, Texas, where schools range from a small alternative academy to large comprehensive campuses.
The standout school is Mansfield Frontier Stem Academy, ranked #1 in Texas with perfect 5-star ratings, 100% graduation rates, and 100% proficiency on all STAAR tests, though it serves a smaller, less economically diverse population. Among the larger comprehensive schools, Mansfield Lake Ridge High School is the top performer, boasting the highest graduation rate (98.2%) and lowest dropout rate (0.3%) of the three, with test scores well above district and state averages. In contrast, Mansfield Legacy High School is the lowest-performing comprehensive school, with a graduation rate (93.3%) below the district average and higher dropout rates, while Mansfield High School falls in the middle. The Phoenix Academy serves a high-risk population with the highest economic disadvantage (57.41%) and lowest test scores, yet achieves a 94.4% graduation rate through intensive support, highlighting its alternative mission.
Key metrics reveal a spending paradox: specialized schools like Frontier Stem Academy ($54,089 per student) and The Phoenix Academy ($37,952) spend far more than comprehensive schools (average ~$8,018), but high spending doesn't guarantee high test scores. Student-teacher ratios are tight at specialized schools (2.8:1 to 13.6:1) versus 17.5:1 to 17.8:1 at comprehensive schools. Overall, Mansfield Lake Ridge demonstrates that large schools can excel with strong leadership and culture, while Mansfield Legacy shows room for improvement within this high-performing district.
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