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The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has achieved a historic turnaround in school accountability ratings, with all campuses now receiving A or B ratings. This improvement highlights a commitment to quality education, particularly for underserved communities, with a significant reduction in the number of D and F-rated schools. Board President Ric Campo emphasized the importance of excellent public schools in nurturing a thriving city. The Texas Education Agency is expected to confirm these ratings, which reflect a transformative effort in enhancing educational quality across the district.
Houston – Houston Independent School District (HISD) has achieved a remarkable turnaround in its school accountability ratings, with all campuses now rated A or B, effectively eliminating any F-rated schools within the district. This significant improvement marks a historic point for Houston’s public education system and demonstrates a commitment to providing higher-quality education for all students, particularly those from underserved communities.
Recent data reveals that over 74% of HISD campuses have received A or B ratings, a substantial increase from only 35% two years ago. The number of schools earning an A or B rating has surged from 93 in 2023 to 197 this year. Additionally, the district has achieved a milestone by eliminating F-rated schools, which were previously 56 in number just last year. This outcome is notable as it represents the first instance in recent history where no HISD student is required to attend a failing school.
The recent evaluations indicate a positive trend, with 82 schools moving up from D or F ratings to A or B ratings. In parallel, the number of campuses still holding a D rating has sharply reduced from 121 to 18. These changes suggest that significant efforts have been made to enhance educational quality and performance across the district.
This unprecedented success is especially significant for historically underserved communities, as Black and Latino students now have access to higher-quality educational facilities. A and B-rated schools are now enough in number to be found across all communities in Houston, from the East End to West Houston, reflecting a broad-based improvement in the educational landscape of the city.
Board President Ric Campo emphasized the crucial role that excellent public schools play in fostering a thriving city. The commitment to world-class education for every child has been reiterated, underlining the district’s aim to offer equitable opportunities in learning environments across the city.
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles characterized this achievement as a pivotal moment for the district, stating that when students are given appropriate support and opportunities, they can thrive. Miles further highlighted the importance of community support in fostering an environment conducive to public education, ensuring that the gains made are not only recognized but also sustained moving forward.
The Texas Education Agency is expected to confirm these preliminary ratings later this month, which will solidify HISD’s achievements in its accountability ratings. The emphasis on ensuring that schools deliver high-quality education is expected to continue as the district looks to build on this momentum.
This remarkable improvement illustrates the transformative potential of dedicated educational initiatives and collaborations among educators, parents, and local communities in shaping a promising future for students throughout Houston. With the elimination of F-rated schools, the HISD now stands as a beacon of progress in public education, striving to provide every student with the resources, support, and learning opportunities necessary for success in their academic careers and beyond.
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Additional Resources
- KHOU: HISD Preliminary Accountability Ratings
- Houston Chronicle: NES STAAR Elementary Schools
- Community Impact: HISD Improvement in STAAR Exams
- Houston Press: HISD State Takeover Rules
- Houston Chronicle: HISD State Takeover After Two Years
- Wikipedia: Houston Independent School District
- Google Search: Houston education accountability ratings
- Google Scholar: Houston Independent School District improvement
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education in the United States
- Google News: HISD improvement
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