Summary:
The 77859 zip code area is home to a single high school, Hearne Jh/High School, which serves students in grades 7-12. While the school boasts a strong 94.0% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.0% dropout rate, its academic performance on standardized tests lags significantly behind the state averages.
Hearne Jh/High School's test scores on the STAAR assessments are consistently below the state's proficiency levels across all grade levels and subject areas. For instance, in 7th grade reading, the school scored 25% proficient or better, compared to the state average of 51.69%. Similar gaps exist in math, science, and social studies. Despite the school district's relatively high spending of $19,583 per student, which is above the state average, the academic outcomes remain a concern.
One potential contributing factor to the school's academic challenges is the high poverty level among its student population, with 92.2% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, the school's small student-teacher ratio of 7.5 to 1 could be a strength, potentially allowing for more individualized attention and support. Overall, while Hearne Jh/High School is succeeding in keeping students engaged and on track to graduation, the district and school leaders may need to explore targeted interventions and strategies to address the persistent academic performance gaps.
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