Summary:
The 78025 zip code in Ingram, Texas, is served by four schools within the Ingram Independent School District (Isd) and the Big Springs Charter School, offering a complete educational pipeline from elementary through high school, plus an alternative school, for approximately 1,425 students.
Ingram Elementary is the standout academic performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating and scoring 10-20 percentage points above state averages in math across all grades. In contrast, Ingram Middle shows a fascinating "barbell effect": its 8th-grade Algebra I students achieve a remarkable 93% proficiency rate, far exceeding state averages, while 7th-grade math scores are critically low (7.5% in 2025-2026). Ingram Tom Moore High School is an improvement story, with its state ranking rising from the 59th to the 71st percentile over three years, driven by exceptional English I and II Reading scores (72.57% and 80.34% respectively, well above state averages). However, its Algebra I scores (35.48%) lag significantly behind the state, suggesting a need for targeted math intervention. Hill Country Youth Ranch serves a highly at-risk population with a 70.27% free/reduced lunch rate and a 27.7% dropout rate, but its value is measured by its specialized mission to re-engage students, with a 54.5% graduation rate for those who might otherwise drop out entirely.
Key metrics show the district is highly rated (84th percentile statewide), with a near-perfect 98.9% graduation rate at the high school and 0% dropout rates at both the middle and high schools. Spending per student varies widely, from $9,586 at the middle school to $15,951 at the high school, with the alternative school spending $14,370 on specialized support services. The elementary school's strong math foundation contrasts with the high school's Algebra I struggles, indicating a potential curriculum transition issue. Overall, parents can expect a high-performing elementary school, a middle school that excels with advanced math students but struggles with grade-level math, and a high school that is a powerhouse in English but needs improvement in math, all within a district that shows strong upward trends.
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