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Parent involvement
I love this school. My daughter is not deaf or hard of hearing and she loves coming home and showing me new sign languages she has learned from her teacher. She was shy and now I can not get her to stop talking. She loves this school and her Pre-K teacher.
—Submitted by a parent
JMA was originally chartered to serve deaf and hard of hearing students, their hearing siblings, and was also open to all other students under the open enrollment charter school policy. Today, JMA teaches a diverse population consisting of approximately 10% deaf students, a wide ethnic population, and encompasses PreK through Grade 12. Deaf students are served by hearing teachers, many of whom are proficient in American Sign Language. The deaf students are also served by a certified interpreter. On campus, there are 14 teachers, one of whom is deaf and teaches American Sign Language to Middle School and High School students. Small class sizes and caring teachers make JMA an ideal setting for Middle School and High School students who would benefit from violence free and drug free atmosphere. Great school. Wonderful accepting teachers.
—Submitted by a teacher
I'm trying to enroll, but I see comments that say the many teachers are deaf. And I also see that the students operate with sign language, so do I need to learn sign language? Is this school only for the deaf/hard-of-hearing?
My Daughter Crystal Tercero Graduated from JMA they Challenged her she graduated with honors and top 10 percent of her class and valid victorian this school is very good with deaf children now im looking forward to my 2 grandchildren vito and lucas attending asap. Thank you JMA From Sylvia Tercero
—Submitted by a parent
JMA is an excellent school. The 'can do' attitude which is apparent and expected of all students is what makes this school exceptional. The teachers and administration really care about the students and have gone above and beyond their 'duties' as educators to become mentors, advocates and friends of each student. No children are left behind in academics or in communication. Everyone is encouraged to sign. I have seen students that have come in with very little comprehension and ablity flourish and become fluent in a few months. I highly recommend this school to deaf or hard of hearing students in the area and their family members that find it necessary to communicate and interact with the deaf community. Ms. Jackson is doing a fantastic job as administrator.
—Submitted by a parent
We are happy with our son's school. All instruction is in ASL and written English. Many teachers are deaf; several are male. Our son has complete access to all discussions everywhere in the school. He never has to put up with getting the 'gist' of the lesson, he never appears stupid in class because the interpreter doesn't understand his fingerspelling. He sees adult deaf men who have college degrees and become teachers. He sees hearing people who respect deaf students and are fluent in sign language. He sees deaf people who care enough and had enough power to start and run a school because they weren't happy with the status quo. He's learning about how deaf people really live in the world. He's getting a good education. Teachers understand exactly how to teach deaf children; for example, that you have to show and then tell. He is never babied because he's deaf.
—Submitted by Charlotte Wilhite, a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.
8 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.
9 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.
9 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.
9 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.
10 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.
8 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.
6 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 76% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Math was 90% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Science was 91% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Social Studies was 99% in 2011.
5 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 33% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 33% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 33% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 67% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 67% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 50% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 50% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 50% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 63% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 50% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 67% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 67% |
| Non-migrant | 63% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 33% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 33% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 33% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | 80% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 80% |
| Non-migrant | 80% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 67% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | 80% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 67% |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | 40% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 50% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 67% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 67% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | 40% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 50% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 83% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 83% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | 50% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 57% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 63% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 43% |
| Non-migrant | 56% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 70% |
| Female | 71% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 71% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 75% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 63% |
| Non-migrant | 70% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | 100% |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | 100% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 0% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 40% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 60% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 60% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Asian | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Special education | n/a |
| Not special education | n/a |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| Gifted/talented | n/a |
In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
Source: Texas Education Agency
Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.
Source: Texas Education Agency
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| Black | 35% | 13% | ||
| Hispanic | 28% | 50% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 26% | 0% | ||
| White | 9% | 31% | ||
| Asian | 2% | 3% | ||
| Two or more races | 1% | 2% | ||
| Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% |
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| Special education | 52% | N/A | 10% |
| Gifted/talented students | 0% | N/A | 8% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 74% | N/A | 55% |
| Limited English proficient (LEP) | 0% | N/A | 17% |
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| Students per FTE teacher | 7 | N/A | 15 |
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| Beginning teachers | 0% | N/A | 8% |
| 1 to 5 years | 79% | N/A | 30% |
| 6 to 10 years | 21% | N/A | 20% |
| 11 to 20 years | 0% | N/A | 23% |
| 21 or more years | 0% | N/A | 19% |
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