Texas Schools on the Edge | Texas News

Texas schools face a high-stakes grading system: 61% earned A or B this year, but five straight Fs could trigger state takeover. Austin ISD and Waco ISD are on edge with multiple campuses hitting the F threshold, while some like Dekaney High and Wheatley High show dramatic improvement. Fort Worth ISD’s progress under state control is encouraging, and Houston ISD aims to regain autonomy by 2027. The state’s complex metrics prioritize student achievement, growth, and equity—ensuring every child gets a fair shot at success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1bc024518fe03ff6