HISD Achieves B Rating, Eliminates F-Rated Schools

HISD's Improved State Ratings

• 🎯 HISD has achieved a B rating from the Texas Education Agency for the 2024-25 school year, a three-point increase from its previous C rating.
• 💡 Superintendent Mike Miles highlighted that the district now has zero F-rated campuses, a significant improvement.
• 📈 The number of A and B rated campuses has more than doubled compared to two years ago.

Academic Achievement Gaps

• 🧠 Superintendent Miles stated that HISD is actively narrowing achievement gaps in math and reading, particularly for Black and Hispanic students.

Community Feedback and Concerns

• ⚠️ Despite academic gains, a parent expressed concern at the HISD board of managers meeting regarding the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) decision to extend the takeover and replace board members.
• 💬 The parent felt the TEA's actions sent a message that collaboration and community input are not valued.
• 🔍 Further analysis of the new school ratings and student feedback will be discussed in an upcoming K211 plus stream.