Summary:
The two public schools in zip code 76457, serving the Hico area, are both part of the Hico Independent School District (Isd), which holds a 3-star rating and ranks in the 69th percentile statewide. Hico High School (grades 6-12, 324 students) is the standout, earning a 4-star rating and showing strong upward momentum from a 3-star rating two years prior. In contrast, Hico Elementary (Pre-K-5, 303 students) holds a 2-star rating and consistently scores below state averages in core subjects.
Key metrics reveal a tale of two schools. Hico High School boasts a 94.9% graduation rate, a 0.0% dropout rate, and a favorable 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It excels in 8th-grade Reading (79.17% proficient vs. 58.69% state) and Mathematics (74.47% vs. 47.24% state), but struggles dramatically in 6th and 7th-grade Math (11.54% and 9.68% proficiency). Hico Elementary has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio and a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (50.17% free/reduced lunch vs. 46.3% at the high school). Per-student spending is significantly higher at the high school ($15,794) than at the elementary school ($11,034).
The most interesting finding is the dramatic math performance disparity within Hico High School, where 7th-grade math proficiency plummets to 9.68% while 8th-grade math soars to 74.47%. This suggests a potential curriculum or instruction issue in 7th grade, or a different cohort of students. However, students who advance to higher-level courses perform well, with 66.67% proficient in Algebra I and 76.09% in Biology. The elementary school's underperformance relative to state averages indicates that students may experience significant academic growth during middle school, making it a critical area for district focus to ensure students are better prepared for the high school's rigorous curriculum.
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