The Texas Education Agency released its annual A-F school district ratings on Thursday, showing that most North Texas districts maintained their previous standing or saw improvements, while others experienced declines.
The scores are calculated using student performance on STAAR assessments, graduation rates, college and career readiness metrics, and efforts to close performance gaps between student groups. Statewide, a quarter of schools and districts improved their ratings compared to the previous year.
Education Commissioner Mike Morath stated in a release that the ratings reflect progress made by public schools and recognize educator efforts while highlighting areas requiring attention to ensure high-quality education for all students.
Dallas Independent School District reported an overall grade of B, an increase of two points from last year. The district also noted additions to its list of A-rated high schools, including Dr. LG Pinkston Sr., Skyline, South Oak Cliff, and David W. Carter. W.H. Adamson retained its A rating.
Dallas ISD Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde described the results as a blueprint for excellence. She thanked trustees, teachers, nurses, bus drivers, and maintenance staff in a statement. Elizalde also acknowledged the public for passing a record $6.2 billion bond election in the spring. The district has two F-rated schools, Harrell Budd and Edward Tiche elementaries, and thirteen campuses scored a D.
Other districts saw letter grade changes. Grand Prairie and Richardson moved from a C to a B. Grapevine-Colleyville and Rockwall improved from a B to an A. Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Superintendent Jason Adams said the achievement demonstrates the possibility of success when high expectations are maintained.
