Summary:
The three public schools in zip code 76823, serving the Bangs, Texas area, are all part of the Bangs Independent School District (Isd), which holds a 2-star rating and ranks in the 48th percentile statewide. The district includes J B Stephens Elementary (PK-5), Bangs Middle (6-8), and Bangs High School (9-12), serving a community where a majority of students are economically disadvantaged.
Bangs Middle is the academic standout, consistently earning a 3-star rating and ranking in the 64th-68th percentile. Its advanced math program is exceptional, with 100% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I, far exceeding state averages. Bangs High School also earns a 3-star rating and is a consistent performer, boasting a 98.1% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate despite 60% of its students being economically disadvantaged. In contrast, J B Stephens Elementary is a major concern, with its rating plummeting from 3 stars to 1 star over two years, now ranking in the 16th percentile. This decline is happening despite a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 and per-student spending of $9,801.
The district shows a clear "middle school effect," where strong preparation at Bangs Middle feeds into the high school's solid performance in subjects like Biology (84% proficient) and English I. However, the elementary school's struggles in math (only 35.29% of 5th graders proficient) create a stark contrast with the middle school's advanced math success, suggesting a curriculum or instructional gap that needs urgent attention. Overall, while the middle and high schools provide a strong path to graduation, the elementary school's rapid decline is the most pressing issue for the district.
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