Marshall Independent School District (Isd)

The Marshall Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged students as indicated by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients.

Within the district, Sam Houston Elementary stands out as a top-performing school, ranking 583 out of 4,675 Texas elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Sam Houston significantly outperforms the district and state averages in reading, math, and science proficiency, with the highest percentage of students proficient or better in STAAR tests across the district. In contrast, the Marshall Early Graduation School, an alternative high school, is the lowest-performing school in the district, ranking 1,985 out of 1,987 Texas high schools with a 0-star rating. This school lags behind the district and state averages in all STAAR EOC test subjects and has the highest dropout rate and lowest graduation rate among the schools.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance and student outcomes across the schools in the Marshall ISD. While Sam Houston Elementary stands out as a success story, the district as a whole faces challenges in addressing the unique needs of its diverse student population, particularly at the alternative high school. Examining the factors contributing to these performance differences and implementing targeted interventions could help the district work towards more equitable and effective educational outcomes for all students.