Summary:
The six public schools in zip code 79360, serving Pre-K through 12th grade within the Seminole Independent School District (Isd), face significant challenges related to high economic disadvantage but also show notable strengths, particularly in advanced math and high school graduation rates.
Seminole High School stands out as the district's academic anchor, boasting a 97.6% graduation rate and outperforming district averages in core subjects like Biology and English I. In contrast, Seminole J H is a math powerhouse, with 84% of its Algebra I students scoring proficient—far exceeding state averages—yet it struggles with standard grade-level math in 6th and 7th grades. The Seminole Success Center, an alternative high school serving 34 high-need students, spends the most per student ($18,544) but has the lowest academic scores, including 0% proficiency in Biology, highlighting the intensive resources required for at-risk populations. Elementary schools like Seminole Elementary and Seminole Pri show a significant achievement gap, with Spanish-language STAAR test scores dramatically lower than English-language scores, pointing to a need for stronger bilingual support.
Overall, the district ranks in the 28th percentile statewide, with a strong graduation rate (97.3%) but foundational learning gaps in earlier grades. The data reveals a clear pattern where schools with higher economic need, such as the Success Center (82% free/reduced lunch), have lower performance, while Young Elementary and other campuses show mixed results. For parents, this means the high school offers a solid path to graduation, but families should investigate the math pipeline and early-grade support to ensure long-term success.
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