Summary:
Central Independent School District (ISD) in Texas has only one elementary school, Central Elementary, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 4th grade. The school's student population is predominantly White (72.99%), with significant Hispanic representation (20.7%) and smaller percentages of African American (3.48%) and students of two or more races (2.84%). However, the academic performance of Central Elementary is a concern, as its STAAR proficiency rates in both reading and math are significantly below the state averages for 3rd and 4th graders.
The high percentage of students (68.09%) who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch suggests that Central Elementary serves a population with lower socioeconomic status, which can be a contributing factor to the school's academic challenges. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has dropped from 2,109 out of 4,581 Texas elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 3,361 out of 4,675 in 2023-2024, a concerning trend that indicates the school may be struggling to keep up with its peers.
While Central Elementary's performance is below the state averages, it is worth noting that the school's proficiency rates are on par with the overall Central ISD, suggesting that the district as a whole may be facing similar academic challenges. This finding highlights the need for targeted interventions and strategies to improve student outcomes across the district, addressing the underlying factors that contribute to the academic performance issues at Central Elementary.
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