Summary:
The city of La Grange, Texas is home to three schools that serve students from elementary through high school: La Grange Elementary, La Grange High School, and La Grange Middle. These schools operate under the La Grange Independent School District (Isd) and serve a diverse student population with varying socioeconomic backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in the district, La Grange Middle School shines, ranking in the top third of Texas middle schools and earning a 3-star rating. The school's impressive performance is evident in its high proficiency rates in STAAR Reading and Algebra I, as well as its 0% dropout rate. In contrast, La Grange Elementary has struggled with STAAR Math proficiency, while La Grange High School has excelled in STAAR EOC exams, with proficiency rates ranging from 61.45% to 72.3% across various subjects.
The data also reveals socioeconomic challenges faced by the district, with high free/reduced lunch rates across all three schools, ranging from 51.67% to 62.32%. This suggests that the La Grange community faces significant economic barriers that may impact student learning and achievement. The lower spending per student at La Grange Elementary compared to the high school may be a contributing factor to the school's relatively lower test scores, particularly in mathematics. Overall, the La Grange school district presents a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, with the standout performance of La Grange Middle School and the high graduation rates at the high school level being positive indicators.
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