How did your school district score according to TEA in 2022-23?
TYLER, Texas (KETK)–The score given to Nacogdoches ISD by the state is not accurate, according to the district.
The Texas Education Agency rates each school district with a letter grade from A-F, while, the criteria are based on standardized test scores, academic growth, college and career readiness.
Ten school districts received a 'D' rating including Nacogdoches, Jacksonville, Crockett, Palestine- Westwood, Liberty- Eylau, Murchison, San Augustine, Trinity, Rains and Grapeland ISDs's.
One district, Nacogdoches ISD says they are 'disappointed' about its 'D' rating.
'The district does not oppose testing at the end of the year to measure student progress. STAAR exams in grades three through eight and the end-of-course exams for high school students provide valuable feedback to teachers and campus administrators. The reports are granular, allowing individual students to be identified that need assistance and we used that data two years ago to guide instruction for students moving forward,' Nacogdoches Communications, Les Linebarger said.
Seven districts received and 'A' rating including Springhill, Carlisle, Wells, Broaddus, Maud, Pleasant Grove and the UT Tyler University Academy. Longview and Lufkin ISD's received a 'B' and Tyler ISD received a 'C' score.
'It's also important to point out the ratings don't reflect the full picture of Nacogdoches ISD,' Linebarger said. 'These accomplishments don't simply happen when students reach high school. It's due to the support and guidance received along the way, beginning in kindergarten, and progressing through elementary and middle school.'
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