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Red Oak Intermediate School

Public | 5-6 | 819 students

 
 
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Posted July 18, 2011

Our son had a fantastic experience at ROI for both 5th & 6th grade. The curricullum was challenging and his teachers were wonderful. The school provided so many great learning opportunities, like Mrs. Halbert's science project using the nearby pond, so cool! This has been a positive learning environment and the teachers here are the best, bar none. If it were left to me, I'd rate this school EXEMPLARY. Kristen Smith
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 13, 2009

My son is in his second year at ROI. I can not tell you how happy we have been with the staff and principal there. I have always felt the staff treat the students just like they would their own children. I am involved in PTA and definitely feel the staff is appreciative of the roles of volunteers as well. We will miss ROI when we move up to the junior high next year. Wrenda Freeman
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 8, 2008

i go to red oak intermediate and i have learned so much the previous year.i didnt like a few of my teachers,but still i love roi!mrs.kutch is grreeeaaattt!-kaylyn cole<3
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 7, 2008

My son attended 5th grade at ROI. He had a very difficult time with bullies at school and especially on the bus. The buses were contracted out to an individual company and the school officials had no control over the disciplinary actions of the bus officials. In our experience, not enough discipline was given at school or through the bussing system.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 7, 2008

I have a 6th grader at ROI. I like the discipline & the way the curriculum is run. The planners are the greatest things. That is how we, parents can keep up with the daily assignments. The planner is a significant link between parent & teacher. Also, classroom involvement on line is good. The environment is great for my child. I need the teachers to back me up. My child needs the discpline at school,as well as mine at home. The teachers are very good! Mr. K & Mrs. Hayden are standouts!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 1, 2008

We have two kids that attend this school and we have had many negative experiences. The principals and staff run this school like a Military Academy. They have made my kids dread going to school. They use to wake up ready and excited. They get wonderful grades, but the drive and excitement is gone. What happened to being there for the kids?
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 21, 2007

I have not had a positive experience with this school. I don't believe this school understands how to work with more than just one type of student. They put all students into one category and need learn how to reach all students. I have also not had good experience working with the staff to accomplish matters. My child has a large group of friends at this school and after chatting with over 10 different families, we've all had several dissapointing stories.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 16, 2007

I have had three students attend this school, and each of them has had an overall positive experience. The administrative staff has proven to be helpful, the teachers are knowledgeable, and the overall climate of the school is exemplary.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 29, 2005

Let me assure you that this school is run like a dictatorship! As a parent, you will receive little or no feed back on any issue you bring up. Any method of input or suggestions of improvement (either to the teacher or to the rigid and arrogant principal) are brushed off and ignored. Prior to attending this school, my daughter was gifted and in advanced classes in every field or subject. However due to the above, I am considering a private school or a tutor. I am a university educator who never has met such scrutiny and rigidity in teaching as this school is imposing!
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

377 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

378 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
92%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

377 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
78%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


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.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

408 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
81%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

408 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


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.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students91%
Female88%
Male94%
Black or African American91%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education71%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)86%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students93%
Female91%
Male95%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education68%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)79%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students86%
Female82%
Male89%
Black or African American81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special education76%
Not special education86%
Limited English proficient (LEP)48%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


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.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students83%
Female82%
Male84%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education60%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)53%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students85%
Female91%
Male80%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education50%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)31%
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented98%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


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.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


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.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 51% 31%
Hispanic 32% 50%
Black 16% 13%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Two or more races 1% 2%
Asian 0% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 13%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 4%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 36%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 3%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 2%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 22%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 30%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 28%N/A23%
21 or more years 18%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

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401 E Ovilla Rd
Glenn Heights, TX 75154
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