Summary:
In zip code 78643, there is one high school, Llano High School, serving grades 9-12 in the rural community of Llano, Texas, as part of the Llano Independent School District (Isd).
Llano High School stands out for its exceptional graduation rate of 99.2% and a 0.0% dropout rate, which are remarkable achievements. The school has a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention. However, the school faces significant academic challenges, particularly in math. While 73.23% of students are proficient in Biology—outperforming the state average—only 23.58% are proficient in Algebra I, which is 30 percentage points below the state average. English I and II reading proficiency also lag behind state averages, with scores of 48.67% and 55.56% respectively. The district itself is ranked 386th out of 951 districts in Texas, earning a 3-star rating, though the school's state ranking has slipped from the 47th to the 40th percentile over the last three years.
The most notable finding is the paradox between the school's high graduation rate and low academic proficiency, especially in Algebra I. With 61.8% of students economically disadvantaged, the school operates in a challenging environment, yet it excels at keeping students in school. The school's science program appears to be a relative strength, while math and English/language arts are areas needing improvement. Year-over-year data shows some positive trends, such as Algebra I proficiency increasing from 20.51% to 23.58% and Biology jumping from 59.09% to 73.23%, indicating potential for growth. For parents, Llano High School offers a supportive environment that ensures nearly all students graduate, but families should be aware of the need for additional academic support in core subjects like math and reading.
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