Summary:
The 77016 zip code area in Houston, Texas is home to 3 schools serving grades K-8: Forest Brook Middle, Shadydale Elementary, and Cook Junior Elementary. These schools, operated by the Houston Independent School District (Isd), face significant academic challenges, with all three ranking in the bottom half of their respective school types statewide.
Among the standout schools, Forest Brook Middle has the lowest statewide ranking, placing in the bottom 15% of Texas middle schools, and significantly lower test scores compared to district and state averages. Shadydale Elementary has the second-highest enrollment and the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at nearly 99%. While Cook Junior Elementary has the lowest enrollment, it shares the academic struggles of its counterparts, with test scores well below district and state levels.
Across the 3 schools, the data reveals consistently low performance on standardized tests, high poverty levels, and similar per-student spending, suggesting a need for targeted resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by this community. Despite the current underperformance, the data provides an opportunity for the district and local stakeholders to identify and implement strategies to improve educational outcomes for students in the 77016 zip code area.
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