Summary:
The 75149 zip code area of Mesquite, Texas is home to 18 schools, including 11 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. These schools serve a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group. While academic performance varies widely across the schools, a few standouts emerge based on the data.
Legacy Prep Charter Academy Mesquite West Campus stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 96.7% and the lowest dropout rate at 0.0%. The school also outperforms the district and state on most STAAR test scores, particularly in U.S. History. Similarly, Founders Classical Academy of Mesquite outperforms the district and state on most STAAR tests, with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 78.4%. The two traditional high schools, Mesquite High School and West Mesquite High School, also have strong 4-year graduation rates of 91.6% and 93.4% respectively, and perform better than the district and state on U.S. History STAAR tests.
The data also reveals significant variation in academic performance across the schools, with some schools struggling while others excel. This suggests that factors beyond just funding and demographics may be at play. The high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients at many of the schools point to the significant socioeconomic challenges faced by these campuses, which may contribute to their lower academic performance. Overall, the schools in the 75149 zip code area present a mixed picture, with a few standout performers alongside schools in need of improvement.
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