Summary:
The 76384 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Vernon Independent School District (ISD) except for the Northside School, which is part of the Northside Independent School District. While the district as a whole is ranked low, there is a wide range in school quality, with the alternative Northside School standing out as a high-performing institution.
The schools in this area face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 32.91% at Northside School to 82.7% at T.G. McCord Elementary. This likely impacts academic performance, as the schools generally struggle to meet state averages on STAAR tests, with some exceptions, such as the exceptional performance of Northside School.
Despite the challenges, there are some standout schools in the area. Northside School boasts a 100% 4-year graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate, while Vernon High School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 94.2% and a low dropout rate of 1.2%. Identifying and replicating the practices of these higher-performing schools could help raise achievement levels across the district, while also supporting alternative education options like Northside School.
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