Summary:
The six public schools in zip code 77868 (Navasota, TX) serve students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and are all part of the Navasota Independent School District (Isd), a district ranked in the 15th percentile statewide with a 1-star rating, where over 82% of students are economically disadvantaged.
Two schools stand out for opposite reasons. Brule Elementary is the district's standout performer, consistently earning a 2-star rating and outperforming its peers in nearly every subject despite an 82% economically disadvantaged rate. In contrast, W B Bizzell Academy is a significant challenge, serving only 9 students with a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, a 71.8% graduation rate, and a 15.6% dropout rate. The main high school, Navasota High School, shows a positive trend with a strong 98.4% graduation rate and improving state ranking, while Navasota J H has a remarkable Algebra I program where 89.36% of students are proficient—nearly double the state average—yet struggles with general 7th-grade math proficiency at just 3.6%.
Key metrics reveal a district of extremes. Elementary proficiency averages around 34% in reading and 32% in math, well below state averages. The most striking finding is the "tale of two math programs" at Navasota Junior High, where advanced students excel but the majority struggle. Brule Elementary's consistent outperformance proves that high poverty does not have to be a barrier to success, and replicating its strategies could be a key lever for district improvement. Overall, the primary challenge lies in elementary and middle school years, where foundational skills are not being adequately developed for most students.
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