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public-education2 months ago•9 min saved

Texas school accountability ratings remain stable, with 15% of campuses scoring below a C

Texas released its 2025-26 school accountability ratings on August 14, showing overall performance remained relatively flat. Of more than 9,000 campuses, 24% earned an A, 34% a B, 23% a C, 10% a D, and 4% an F. While 24% of districts improved their scores, 15% scored below a C. The ratings, based on STAAR performance, school progress, and closing achievement gaps, serve as a tool for parents and businesses, though critics argue they disproportionately penalize low-income and minority schools.

via The Texas Tribune|

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public-education2 months ago•12 min saved

Texas districts face potential state takeovers as new school accountability grades reveal persistent failures

Texas released its annual A-F school accountability grades on August 14, 2026, revealing that at least five districts are nearing state intervention. Austin, Waco, Greenville, Ector County, and Ralls are at risk due to chronic academic underperformance. Austin ISD received a district-wide B, but two middle schools failed standards for a fifth consecutive year, triggering potential closure or board replacement. Ector County and Greenville reported gains. The ratings rely on STAAR performance, improvement trends, and support for underserved students. Critics argue the system penalizes high-poverty schools, while proponents emphasize transparency. Districts can appeal grades by September 11. This year also marks the first time public funds can support private or home schooling.

via The Texas Tribune|

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education3 years ago•3 min saved

2022-2023 School Accountability Grades Released by MDE and Arkansas, Mississippi Coast High Schools Excel

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has released the school and district accountability grades for the 2022-23 school year, showing improvement over the previous year. Approximately 87% of schools and 91% of districts earned a grade of C or higher, compared to 81% of schools and 87% of districts in the previous year. The grades are based on student proficiency and growth rates, science proficiency, English learner progress, performance on assessments, participation in advanced coursework, and graduation rates. The state and school districts have invested federal pandemic-relief funds in programs and services to overcome disruptions caused by the pandemic and accelerate student learning.

via The Mississippi Department of Education|

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