What standardized tests are used?

Each state administers its own standardized assessments for English Language Arts and Math, typically in grades 3-8. High school students may take the ACT, SAT, or a state-specific exam. Results are reported as the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

How should I interpret proficiency percentages?

Proficiency rates show the percentage of students meeting grade-level expectations. A 60% proficiency rate means 6 out of 10 students tested at or above grade level. Compare against state averages and similar districts for context, as raw numbers alone do not tell the full story.

What are accountability designations?

Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), schools receive designations based on performance. 'Exemplary' schools perform well above average. 'Commendable' schools meet targets. Schools identified for 'Targeted' or 'Comprehensive' support need improvement in specific areas or overall performance.

Houston, TX School Test Scores & Graduation Rates

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School Performance — 2023i

NCES

How students at each school are performing on state assessments.

Avg Graduation Ratei

88.3%

District Summaryi

Houston ISDA

Grad Rate: 86.6%

Aldine ISDC

Grad Rate: 86.9%

Alief ISDNot Rated

Grad Rate: 89.6%

Kipp Texas Public SchoolsC

Grad Rate: 94.3%

Spring ISDC

Grad Rate: 83.6%

Spring Branch ISDC

Grad Rate: 89.2%

Galena Park ISDB

Grad Rate: 90%

Yes Prep Public Schools IncB

Grad Rate: 94.3%

Sheldon ISDC

Grad Rate: 91.3%

Harmony Public Schools - Houston NorthA

Grad Rate: 98.6%

Houston Gateway Academy IncA

Grad Rate: 96.6%

Raul Yzaguirre Schools for SuccessA

Grad Rate: 98.3%

Bakerripley Community SchoolsB

Southwest Public SchoolsC

Grad Rate: 86.5%

Beta AcademyC

Grad Rate: 100%

Ser-Ninos Charter SchoolC

The Varnett Public SchoolD

George I Sanchez CharterF

Grad Rate: 85.3%

Academy of Accelerated Learning IncD

Etoile Academy Charter SchoolD

Amigos Por Vida-Friends for Life Pub Chtr SCHA

Draw AcademyD

Step Charter SchoolC

The Rhodes School for Performing ArtsC

Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter SchoolC

Two Dimensions Preparatory AcademyD

Bloom Academy Charter SchoolF

The Pro-Vision AcademyD

Grad Rate: 69%

Alief Montessori Community SchoolB

Meyerpark CharterC

Houston Classical Charter SchoolA

Yellowstone College PreparatoryF

Excel AcademyNot Rated

Reve Preparatory Charter SchoolD

The Lawson AcademyD

Accelerated Intermediate AcademyA

Houston Heights High SchoolB

Grad Rate: 73.9%

Elevate Collegiate Charter SchoolD

A+ Unlimited PotentialC

Up Excellence AcademyF

Nextgen Innovation Academy

Reg 4 Education Service Center

Texas Serenity Academy

Harris County Dept of Ed

Heritage Classical Academy

Accountability Designationsi

Exemplary— Top-tier performance statewide

Commendable— Meeting or exceeding most targets

Targeted— Some student groups need support

Comprehensive— Requires significant intervention

Performance by School (698)i

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Houston, TX School Test Scores & Graduation Rates