Summary:
Wharton Independent School District (ISD) in Texas has only one high school, Wharton High School, which serves grades 9-12. The school's academic performance is significantly below the state average, with proficiency rates on STAAR End-of-Course exams lagging behind in all subjects tested. Wharton High School serves a predominantly Hispanic and African American student population, with a high percentage (73.51%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population.
The Wharton Independent School District is ranked 928 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting that the district as a whole is facing systemic challenges that may be impacting the performance of its lone high school. Wharton High School's four-year graduation rate is 91.0%, and its dropout rate is 3.0%, which are relatively positive metrics, but the school's overall academic underperformance remains a significant concern.
The data highlights the need for Wharton High School and the Wharton Independent School District to focus on improving academic instruction, providing targeted interventions for struggling students, and addressing the needs of the economically disadvantaged population. With a comprehensive approach to addressing these challenges, the school and district can work to improve educational outcomes for their students and better prepare them for future success.
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