Summary:
The 76849 zip code area is home to 3 schools - Junction Elementary, Junction High School, and Junction Middle - all part of the Junction Independent School District (Isd). While Junction High School stands out with a 100% graduation rate and 0% dropout rate, Junction Elementary struggles with very low proficiency rates on state assessments compared to state averages.
Junction High School is the standout performer, with exceptional 4-year graduation and dropout rates. In contrast, Junction Elementary has concerning proficiency rates, with only 14.89% of 4th graders proficient in reading and 8.51% proficient in math in 2024-2025. Junction Middle School shows some strengths, with above-average reading proficiency rates for 6th and 7th graders. However, the overall district performance is below average, ranking 752 out of 961 districts in Texas.
Across the schools, high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 61.49% to 66.07%, indicate the socioeconomic challenges faced by many students in this district. While student-teacher ratios are relatively low, the district's 1-star rating from SchoolDigger suggests other factors beyond just staffing levels may be impacting student outcomes. Addressing the performance gaps and socioeconomic needs of these schools should be a priority for the Junction Independent School District.
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