In 1999, the Dallas ISD had nine exemplary and recognized schools. This school year, more than 100 district schools were ranked exemplary and recognized. (source: http://www.dallasisd.org/)
In 1999, students took the TAAS test. The more rigorous TAKS test was implemented in 2003 and added a science component.
For those who think that it’s affluent Anglos who define a school’s success, think again. In 1999, district demographics were: 39% African-American, 49% Hispanic, 9% Anglo and 75% Economically Disadvantaged. Today they are: 30% African-American, 64% Hispanic, 5% Anglo and 84% Economically Disadvantaged. (source: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/perfreport/aeis/hist/district.srch.html)
Did you know? I didn’t think so, which is why I posted this.
Sent to Balk Talk by Louisa Meyer
