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Denton ISD reports a B on state accountability, highlights districtwide growth and data caveats
Summary
Denton ISD’s TAPR for 2024–25 shows a district accountability grade of B, growth at 22 campuses (up from 13), higher SAT/ACT participation and gains in advanced-course completion; trustees pressed staff on an apparent drop in seventh-grade math that district leaders said reflected a new way of separating advanced students from on-level results.
Denton ISD reported progress across multiple grade levels in its Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) and the district’s internal midyear dashboard during the board’s Jan. 13 meeting.
“Our overall district accountability score for 2024–25 was a B,” Dr. Rainey told the Board as she summarized highlights from the 40–50 page TAPR packet trustees received. She said 22 Denton ISD campuses earned A or B ratings, up from 13 in 2024, and 72% of campuses demonstrated overall growth.
Nut graf: The presentation paired statewide comparisons with district context. Dr. Rainey noted the district performed…
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