Summary:
Zip code 77984, serving the Shiner, TX area, is home to two exceptional public schools within the Shiner Independent School District (Isd), which ranks in the 97th percentile statewide. Shiner Elementary (grades PK-6) and Shiner High School (grades 7-12) both hold 5-star ratings, creating a seamless pipeline of academic excellence from early childhood through graduation.
Shiner Elementary stands out for its consistent, high-level foundational skill development, with every grade level and subject tested significantly above state averages. A particular highlight is 6th-grade Math, where 82% of students were proficient—more than double the state average of 38.57%. Shiner High School excels in post-secondary readiness, boasting a 97.6% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate. Its math performance is equally impressive, with Algebra I End-of-Course proficiency jumping from 52.46% to 88.46% in just one year, and 8th-grade Math proficiency (85.54%) nearly doubling the state average (47.24%).
The district spends $8,925 per student at the elementary level and $11,205 at the high school, with the higher investment correlating with top-tier results on advanced exams like Biology and U.S. History. Favorable student-teacher ratios (14.6:1 at the elementary, 12.4:1 at the high school) allow for individualized attention. While the community has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (under 29%), the data clearly shows that both schools deliver exceptional academic outcomes, making this a standout district for families seeking a cohesive, high-performing K-12 system.
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