Summary:
The 79504 zip code in Texas is home to two schools, Baird Elementary and Baird High School, both part of the Baird Independent School District (ISD). While the schools share a district, they exhibit some notable differences in their academic performance, resource allocation, and student demographics.
Baird Elementary has a relatively small enrollment of 210 students in grades PK-5 and consistently underperforms the state average on STAAR tests, with proficiency rates ranging from 19% to 62.5% across different grade levels and subjects. The school has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 74.76% and spends $12,975 per student, with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6. In contrast, Baird High School serves 148 students in grades 6-12 and also performs below the state average on STAAR tests, with proficiency rates ranging from 6.25% to 53.33%. However, the high school has a higher graduation rate of 85% and a 0% dropout rate, as well as a lower free/reduced lunch rate of 58.11% and a higher spending per student of $17,112, with a student-teacher ratio of 8.5.
The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to improve academic performance, particularly in reading and mathematics, at both Baird Elementary and Baird High School. Additionally, addressing the socioeconomic challenges faced by the community and ensuring equitable resource allocation may be crucial in driving better outcomes for students in the 79504 zip code.
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