Summary:
The Services-Ninos Charter School district in Texas is home to two elementary schools: Services-Ninos Charter Elementary and Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II. These schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with over 98% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
Of the two schools, Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II appears to be the stronger performer, with higher proficiency rates in STAAR Reading and Mathematics across most grade levels compared to the district and state averages. For example, in 2023-2024, 68.75% of 3rd graders at Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II were proficient in Reading, compared to 53.57% for the Services-Ninos Charter School district and 48.85% for Texas. Additionally, Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II has a higher statewide ranking, placing 2633 out of 4675 Texas elementary schools in 2023-2024, compared to 2795 for Services-Ninos Charter Elementary.
The significant difference in student-teacher ratios between the two schools (15.2 at Services-Ninos Charter Elementary versus 20.5 at Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II) may be a contributing factor to the performance gap, with Services-Ninos Charter Elementary II potentially benefiting from more individualized attention and support for students. The high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at both schools highlight the socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population and the importance of targeted support and resources to address their needs.
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