Middle Schools in Houston Independent School District (Isd)

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is home to 42 middle schools serving grades 6-8, a mix of public and public magnet schools. The data reveals a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Lanier Middle and Project Chrysalis Middle consistently ranking among the top in Texas, while others struggle with high dropout rates and low proficiency scores.

The top-performing schools, such as Lanier Middle and Project Chrysalis Middle, boast exceptional results, with proficiency rates significantly exceeding district and state averages across all subjects. In contrast, schools like Cullen Middle and H.S. Ahead Academy have much higher dropout rates, up to 12.1%, indicating the need for targeted interventions to address this issue. The data also suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students generally underperforming.

Interestingly, the public magnet schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd) tend to outperform the traditional public schools, highlighting the potential benefits of the magnet school model. Additionally, the data shows a positive relationship between higher spending per student, lower student-teacher ratios, and better academic outcomes, underscoring the importance of adequate funding and appropriate staffing levels in supporting student success.