High Schools in Waco Independent School District (Isd)

The Waco Independent School District (ISD) in Texas is home to 5 high schools serving students in grades 9-12. These schools vary significantly in their academic performance and outcomes, with University High School emerging as the standout performer and Brazos High School lagging behind the others.

University High School is the top-performing high school in the Waco ISD, with the highest state-wide ranking and the best proficiency rates on STAAR end-of-course exams. In contrast, Brazos High School is the lowest-performing, with the lowest state-wide ranking and very low proficiency rates. The district's alternative high schools, Challenge Academy and Bill Logue Detention Center, serve specialized populations and have unique characteristics, such as lower student-teacher ratios.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance and outcomes across the Waco ISD high schools, with high percentages of economically disadvantaged students and varying graduation and dropout rates. While the district is making efforts to serve at-risk students, there is room for improvement in ensuring equitable educational opportunities and outcomes for all students in the Waco ISD.