Austin, August 18, 2025
News Summary
The Texas Education Agency released its school report cards for the Austin Independent School District, revealing a modest improvement in scores. AISD received a ‘C’ rating with an overall score of 79, up from 77 last year. While some campuses saw improvements, several middle schools received failing grades, leading to intervention plans. The report highlighted both progress and challenges in educational performance across Texas, with a notable increase in acceptable ratings among campuses statewide.
Austin
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its school report cards for the 2024-2025 school years, revealing mixed results for the Austin Independent School District (AISD). AISD received an overall score of 79, translating to a “C” rating, reflecting a modest improvement over the previous year’s score of 77. The report covered over 1,000 districts and more than 9,000 campuses across Texas, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges in educational performance.
Overall, 24% of districts statewide improved their grades compared to the previous year while 15% experienced a decline. The report this year included scores from the 2023-2024 school year that were previously withheld due to a legal fight regarding the recalibration of the STAAR test. Schools in Texas are rated on a scale from A (90-100) to F (below 60) based on three key metrics: student achievement, school progress, and efforts to close performance gaps.
AISD Performance Breakdown
AISD’s performance was dissected across different categories, scoring 79 in student achievement, 75 in school progress, and 78 in closing the gaps. However, several middle schools, including Dobie, Burnet, and Webb, received failing grades. Dobie and Webb scored 59, while Burnet garnered a score of 54. These schools faced potential closure earlier this year due to their low ratings, prompting the TEA to approve a turnaround plan aimed at improving their performance. As part of this strategy, all staff members at the failing middle schools were required to reapply for their positions.
Contingency plans may be initiated if no improvement in reading and math scores is evident by mid-2026. Despite the poor performance of certain schools, there were positive indicators for the district as a whole. Among AISD campuses, 35 saw their letter grades improve, while 13 campuses decreased in ratings, signaling a net positive trend for the district. Furthermore, 80% of campuses statewide received acceptable ratings this year, which is an increase from 73% in 2023.
Future Implications and Strategies
In Austin, there are 23 campuses on track for compulsory turnaround interventions next year, in addition to the three middle schools currently under plans to improve their performance. The number of campuses rated “F” in Austin is concerning enough to warrant immediate actions toward improvements. Although there was a slight decrease in the number of “A” and “B” rated schools, the number of campuses rated “C” did increase, demonstrating an evolving academic landscape.
Superintendent Matias Segura indicated that while progress is being made in lower-rated schools, achieving substantial changes takes time. The A-F rating system influences public perceptions of schools and impacts real estate values and future interventions required for those schools that are underperforming. Statewide, there was a notable decrease in the percentage of campuses rated “F”, dropping from 8% to 4% this year.
Background Context
The legal complexities surrounding the release of these ratings stemmed from lawsuits initiated by several districts, which claimed that the recalibration of the STAAR test was unfair. The TEA has indicated that plans and strategies for improving struggling campuses will vary under the new turnaround conditions, allowing districts more time to devise comprehensive improvement plans. As the landscape of education continues to evolve, the work towards enhancing academic performance in Texas, particularly in the Austin ISD, remains a priority.
Key Features of AISD Report
| Category | AISD Score | Statewide Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 79 (C) | Increased overall district performance |
| Student Achievement | 79 | Improved ratings for many campuses |
| School Progress | 75 | 24% of districts improved |
| Closing Gaps | 78 | Targeted interventions in underperforming schools |
| Lowest Performing Schools | Dobie (59), Burnet (54), Webb (59) | Ongoing turnaround efforts |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the AISD’s overall score of 79 mean?
An overall score of 79 indicates a “C” rating, suggesting that the district is performing at an acceptable level, although there are still challenges, particularly in certain schools.
How many AISD campuses received improved ratings?
This year, 35 AISD campuses improved their letter grades, demonstrating progress in the district’s academic performance.
What are the plans for schools with failing ratings?
Schools with failing ratings are undergoing turnaround plans, which includes staff reapplication, targeted interventions, and contingency strategies to improve student performance.
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Additional Resources
- KXAN: TEA Releases 2025 A-F Ratings
- Wikipedia: Austin Independent School District
- KVUE: TEA Rankings 2025
- Google Search: Texas Education Agency
- Houston Chronicle: TEA Accountability Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education in Texas
- CBS Austin: State Releases School Accountability Grades
- Google News: Austin Schools Accountability Grades
- Statesman: Austin Schools TEA Grades
- Google Scholar: Texas Education Performance
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