San Antonio, TX, August 16, 2025
News Summary
The Texas Education Agency’s Accountability Ratings Report reveals a mix of outcomes for local schools, highlighting both improvements and areas needing attention. With significant increases in graduation rates and College, Career, and Military Readiness among students, the report showcases the performance of thousands of schools across the state. While many schools achieved commendable grades, over 20% in the San Antonio area secured failing scores, prompting discussions on local education strategies and interventions.
San Antonio, Texas – The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its Accountability Ratings Report for the 2023-24 school year, showcasing a mix of outcomes for local schools. This annual report assesses school districts and campuses based on academic performance, progress, and readiness indicators.
A ruling from the 15th Court of Appeals in July allowed the TEA to publish these ratings, which are part of a broader initiative to enhance transparency and accountability in education. Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath highlighted the system’s goal to reward high student achievement, promote effective teaching, and focus on the needs of the most disadvantaged students.
As part of the assessment, over five million Texas public school students undertook more than eight million STAAR tests across various subjects. Additionally, an encouraging trend emerged regarding College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), with 76% of the 376,638 graduates assessed meeting at least one of the graduation criteria. This represents a 7 percentage point increase from the previous year. Furthermore, the statewide four-year graduation rate climbed to 90.3%, up from 89.7% in 2023.
Out of Texas’ 1,207 school systems, 1,193 were evaluated, while 14 districts did not receive ratings. From the 9,082 campuses overall, 8,567 were assessed. The results revealed that 16.5% of elementary schools and 7.9% of high schools received a failing grade (F). Additionally, among 175 evaluated open-enrollment charter systems, 17.1% earned an A, while 13.7% received an F.
The performance of alternative education campuses (AECs) was notably better, with 35.2% receiving an A and only 1.1% receiving an F (AECs do not receive distinction designations). Schools and districts scoring 70 or higher were eligible for distinction recognitions in various subject areas.
Within the San Antonio area, schools exhibited mixed results, with over 20% of local campuses securing a failing score. Notably, 71% of the local schools attained a C or higher, which is below the state average of 80%. However, there was a reduction in the number of failing campuses; 115 schools received a D or F grade, down from 154 in 2023.
Edgewood, Lackland, South San Antonio, Southside, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City, and Medina Valley Independent School Districts reported no campuses earning an A in the 2025 ratings. Additionally, six districts saw campuses that received an F, including Northside, South San, Harlandale, San Antonio, Edgewood, and Judson ISDs.
Encouraging improvements were observed among Edgewood, Harlandale, and South San districts, with each showing a one-point increase in their overall scores. Only East Central, Fort Sam Houston, and Randolph Field ISDs made notable improvements by a full letter grade. In contrast, North East ISD maintained the same score for three consecutive years, despite a reduction in campuses receiving an F rating. Judson ISD kept a D rating, with the school board planning to review academic data.
Northside ISD—the largest district in San Antonio—reported a slight decline from a C grade to a D. In contrast, San Antonio ISD made gains, improving from a D in 2024 to a C with a score of 72 in 2025. East Central ISD celebrated notable success, with a significant percentage of campuses improving their letter grades.
The release of these A-F letter grades will influence school interventions, especially for districts with multiple years of unacceptable performance ratings. The ongoing disputes between school districts and the TEA continue to focus on the challenges in achieving top ratings, as schools strive for excellence in meeting students’ needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Key Features of the Texas A-F Accountability Ratings
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 90.3% for the state, up from 89.7% |
| CCMR Achievement | 76% of graduates met one or more criteria |
| Performance Ratings | 71% of local schools earned a C or higher |
| Percentage of F Ratings in Elementary Schools | 16.5% |
| Percentage of F Ratings in High Schools | 7.9% |
| Overall Improvement in F Ratings | 115 campuses received a D or F grade |
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Additional Resources
- Express News
- Wikipedia: Accountability in Education
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- Google Search: Texas Education Agency Ratings
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas Education Agency
- News 4 San Antonio
- Google News: Texas Education Agency 2023 Rating
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