Tag

Summary:

Tag is a public high school serving grades 9-12 in China Spring, Texas, which is part of the China Spring Independent School District. The school has seen significant changes in its racial makeup, with a decrease in White students and an increase in Hispanic students over the past few years.

Tag has made impressive strides in improving its academic performance, moving from 1719 out of 1861 Texas high schools in 2020-2021 to 109 out of 1987 in 2023-2024, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has maintained high graduation rates, with a 100% four-year graduation rate in 2020-2021 and 2021-2022, and an 86.7% rate in 2022-2023, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, Tag students have consistently outperformed the state and district averages in the STAAR EOC U.S. History exam, with 87.5% of students scoring proficient or better in 2023-2024, compared to 81.03% for the district and 69.1% for the state.

While Tag has seen significant improvements, the nearby China Spring High School, which is also part of the China Spring Independent School District, has consistently outperformed Tag in terms of statewide ranking, graduation rates, and test scores. This suggests that there may be opportunities for collaboration and sharing of best practices between the two schools. Additionally, Tag's relatively high per-student spending of around $40,000, compared to the nearby China Spring High School's $9,867 and the state average, warrants further analysis to ensure that the additional funding is being utilized effectively to improve student outcomes.

Detail:

Public 9-12

198 Bob Johnson Rd
China Spring, TX 76633

(254) 836-4635

District: China Spring Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
109^th of 1,987 Texas High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $39,989

Student/teacher ratio: 3.2

Number of students: 9

Racial breakdown:

White:

66.7%

Hispanic:

33.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 66.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Tag ranks better than 94.5% of high schools in Texas. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 86.95. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Tag who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (66.7%), Hispanic (33.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 66.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Tag is 3.2. (See more...)

Compare Tag employs 2.7 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Tag is $39,989.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Tag:

SchoolDigger ranks Tag 109^th of 1987 Texas public high schools. (See Tag in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

China Spring Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks China Spring Independent School District (Isd) 73^rd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Tag

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Rank History for all students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2009	0.04	1537^th	1539	0.1%
2014	28.61	1363^rd	1734	21.4%
2018	5.80	1684^th	1797	6.3%
2021	8.48	1719^th	1861	7.6%
2022	78.34	228^th	1876	87.8%
2024	86.95	109^th	1987	94.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile
2018	2.05	1794^th	1794	0.0%
2021	15.93	1624^th	1848	12.1%
2024	14.01	1693^rd	1883	10.1%

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Rank History for Female students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	11.38	1615^th	1781	9.3%

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Rank History for At Risk students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	21.20	1567^th	1784	12.2%
2021	20.47	1563^rd	1829	14.5%

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Rank History for Male students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	0.75	1803^rd	1803	0.0%

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Rank History for White students at Tag

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	TX State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	1.23	1511^th	1539	1.8%
2021	1.48	1479^th	1510	2.1%

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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Tag

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Year	White	African American	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1999	5	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	5
2000	6	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	7
2001	16	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	19
2002	12	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	13
2003	12	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	13
2004	11	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	12
2005	13	1	1	1	n/a	n/a	16
2006	13	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	14
2007	4	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	4
2008	5	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	7
2009	12	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	13
2010	7	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	9
2011	9	0	2	0	0	1	12
2012	11	0	0	0	0	1	12
2013	10	0	1	0	0	0	11
2014	9	0	3	0	0	0	12
2015	6	0	3	0	0	0	9
2016	7	1	2	0	0	0	10
2017	4	0	2	0	0	0	6
2018	5	0	2	0	0	0	7
2019	3	1	2	0	0	0	6
2020	6	0	2	0	0	0	8
2021	2	1	0	0	0	1	4
2022	4	1	0	0	0	0	5
2023	3	1	3	0	0	0	7
2024	6	0	3	0	0	0	9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Tag

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1999	5	0.0	0.0	20
2000	7	0.0	0.0	14.3
2001	19	0.0	0.0	0
2002	13	0.0	n/a	7.7
2003	13	0.0	n/a	7.7
2004	12	0.0	n/a	8.3
2005	16	n/a	n/a	6.3
2006	14	n/a	n/a	7.1
2007	4	n/a	n/a	25
2008	7	n/a	n/a	28.6
2009	13	n/a	n/a	23.1
2010	9	n/a	n/a	11.1
2011	12	n/a	n/a	50
2012	12	2.3	5.1	50
2013	11	2.2	4.9	36.4
2014	12	2.1	5.7	41.7
2015	9	2.0	4.5	66.7
2016	10	2.0	5.0	80
2017	6	2.0	2.9	n/a
2018	7	2.9	2.4	n/a
2019	6	2.0	2.8	n/a
2020	8	3.4	2.3	n/a
2021	4	3.0	1.3	n/a
2022	5	3.0	1.6	n/a
2023	7	3.0	2.3	n/a
2024	9	2.7	3.2	66.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Tag

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1999	5	0.0	0.0	20
2000	7	0.0	0.0	14.3
2001	19	0.0	0.0	0
2002	13	0.0	n/a	7.7
2003	13	0.0	n/a	7.7
2004	12	0.0	n/a	8.3
2005	16	n/a	n/a	6.3
2006	14	n/a	n/a	7.1
2007	4	n/a	n/a	25
2008	7	n/a	n/a	28.6
2009	13	n/a	n/a	23.1
2010	9	n/a	n/a	11.1
2011	12	n/a	n/a	50
2012	12	2.3	5.1	50
2013	11	2.2	4.9	36.4
2014	12	2.1	5.7	41.7
2015	9	2.0	4.5	66.7
2016	10	2.0	5.0	80
2017	6	2.0	2.9	n/a
2018	7	2.9	2.4	n/a
2019	6	2.0	2.8	n/a
2020	8	3.4	2.3	n/a
2021	4	3.0	1.3	n/a
2022	5	3.0	1.6	n/a
2023	7	3.0	2.3	n/a
2024	9	2.7	3.2	66.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Tag

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$518 (2.0%)	$24,873 (98.0%)	$25,391
2020	$421 (1.9%)	$21,690 (98.1%)	$22,111
2021	$495 (1.2%)	$39,494 (98.8%)	$39,989

Data source: Texas Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Tag

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Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	6	7	16.7%
African American	1	1
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	2	3	50%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	3	3
Two or More Races	0	0

Schools Near Tag

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				STAAR EOC Algebra I (2024)	STAAR EOC Biology (2024)	STAAR EOC English I Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC English II Reading (2024)	STAAR EOC U.S. History (2024)	STAAR Reading (2024)			STAAR Mathematics (2024)			STAAR Science (2024)	STAAR Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	STAAR EOC Algebra I End of Course	STAAR EOC Biology End of Course	STAAR EOC English I Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC English II Reading End of Course	STAAR EOC U.S. History End of Course	STAAR Reading 6th Grade	STAAR Reading 7th Grade	STAAR Reading 8th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 6th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 7th Grade	STAAR Mathematics 8th Grade	STAAR Science 8th Grade	STAAR Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Tag	Public	9-12	198 Bob Johnson Rd	China Spring	76633	McLennan County	China Spring Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(254) 836-4635	9	3	3.2	66.7%	6 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (33.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	86.9	109^th of 1987 public high schools	94.5%					(n/a)					87.5									$39,989	$495	$39,494
China Spring High School	Public	9-12	7301 N River Crossing	China Spring	76633	McLennan County	China Spring Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(254) 836-1771	941	67	14.0	29.1%	607 (64.5%)	64 (6.8%)	212 (22.5%)	17 (1.8%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (4.1%)	75.5	305^th of 1987 public high schools	84.7%		78.7	230^th of 1961 public high schools	88.3%	75	50.3	84.9	76.4	73.8	80.8									$9,867	$517	$9,350
Bosqueville High School	Public	9-12	7636 Rock Creek Rd	Waco	76708	McLennan County	Bosqueville Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 757-3113	221	20	10.9	31.7%	154 (69.7%)	6 (2.7%)	52 (23.5%)	1 (0.5%)	1 (0.5%)	1 (0.5%)	6 (2.7%)	75.9	296^th of 1987 public high schools	85.1%		80.5	201^st of 1961 public high schools	89.8%	95	71.7	63.3	81.0	78.4	81.0									$12,665	$718	$11,947
Valley Mills High School	Public	9-12	Hwy 6 And 1 Eagle Way	Valley Mills	76689	Bosque County	Valley Mills Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 932-5251	206	22	9.5	41.7%	130 (63.1%)	6 (2.9%)	57 (27.7%)	1 (0.5%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (5.3%)	50.4	923^rd of 1987 public high schools	53.5%		48.8	955^th of 1961 public high schools	51.3%	32	44.0	66.7	62.8	59.7	54.6									$16,210	$1,329	$14,881
Premier H S Of Waco	Public, Charter	9-12	4720 N 19th St	Waco	76708	McLennan County	Premier High Schools	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 752-0441	154	6	24.9	77.3%	33 (21.4%)	37 (24.0%)	80 (51.9%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.9%)	20.1	1621^st of 1987 public high schools	18.4%		31.7	1353^rd of 1961 public high schools	31.0%	268	40.0	41.7	34.6	37.5	37.8									$6,953	$993	$5,960
Brazos High School	Public	9-12	3005 Edna Ave	Waco	76708	McLennan County	Waco Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 754-9422	100	7	14.3	97.0%	6 (6.0%)	38 (38.0%)	56 (56.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1.6	1986^th of 1987 public high schools	0.1%		2.5	1932^nd of 1961 public high schools	1.5%	54	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	11.1									$12,868	$2,257	$10,610
Waco Center For Youth	Public	7-12	3501 N 19th St	Waco	76708	McLennan County	Axtell Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 745-5339	69	7	9.8	95.7%	40 (58.0%)	11 (15.9%)	14 (20.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (4.3%)	16.7	1673^rd of 1987 public high schools	15.8%		11.9	1721^st of 1961 public high schools	12.2%	48	0.0	15.8	25.0	55.0	41.7		0.0	14.3		0.0	8.3	0.0	0.0	$27,156	$2,703	$24,454
Challenge Academy	Public	8-12	2015 Alexander Ave	Waco	76708	McLennan County	Waco Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	No	(254) 754-0803	30	3	10.0	90.0%	2 (6.7%)	11 (36.7%)	17 (56.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2.5	1961^st of 1987 public high schools	1.3%		1.5	1958^th of 1961 public high schools	0.2%	3	0.0	12.5	0.0	0.0
Waco High School	Public	9-12	2020 N 42nd St	Waco	76710	McLennan County	Waco Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	(n/a)	Yes	(254) 776-1150	1,778	144	12.3	87.1%	178 (10.0%)	528 (29.7%)	1,026 (57.7%)	5 (0.3%)	2 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	38 (2.1%)	17.3	1661^st of 1987 public high schools	16.4%		18	1628^th of 1961 public high schools	17.0%	33	22.6	30.2	28.2	36.9	51.0									$10,886	$1,568	$9,318
Methodist Children's Home	Public, Charter	6-12	1111 Herring Ave	Waco	76708	McLennan County	University Of Texas University Charter School	Yes	No	(n/a)	No	(254) 715-0208	90	10	9.0		25 (27.8%)	32 (35.6%)	28 (31.1%)	1 (1.1%)	1 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (3.3%)	12.2	1750^th of 1987 public high schools	11.9%		19.3	1605^th of 1961 public high schools	18.2%	145	5.3	10.0	7.7	45.8	36.8	14.3	11.1	0.0	14.3	11.1	0.0	0.0	11.1	$20,657	$2,515	$18,142

Frequently Asked Questions about Tag

How many students attend Tag?

In the 2023-24 school year, 9 students attended Tag.

Is Tag a good school?

Yes. Tag ranks in the top 5.5% of Texas high schools.

What is the racial makeup of Tag?

Students at Tag are 67% White, 33% Hispanic.

What district is Tag in?

China Spring Independent School District (Isd)

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