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FWISD outpaces Texas STAAR gains, but results show long road out of takeover
By Jacob Sanchez and Matthew Sgroi at Fort Worth Report
· June 16, 2026
· 8 min read
Fort Worth ISD saw gains in math and reading that outpaced statewide increases, but the district still has a long way to go before it sheds Texas control, newly released STAAR results show. Tuesday’s results show two realities: Fort Worth ISD students made broad gains in math and some gains in readi
Key takeaway Tuesday’s results show two realities: Fort Worth ISD students made broad gains in math and some gains in reading, but the district still trails the state in third through eighth grade in both subjects.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The latest STAAR results show Fort Worth ISD making progress, but still lagging behind the state and neighboring districts like Dallas ISD. This gap is particularly concerning given the district's size and significance in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth's educational outcomes have a direct impact on the region's economic development and competitiveness. The fact that 40% of FWISD students are proficient in reading and 34% in math is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by the district. With state-appointed leaders now at the helm, the pressure is on to accelerate progress and close the gap with other major districts like Houston ISD. The success of FWISD is closely tied to the fortunes of the city and the region, making it a critical issue for local leaders and residents to watch closely.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? Fort Worth ISD saw gains in math and reading that outpaced statewide increases, but the district still has a long way to go before it sheds Texas control, newly released STAAR results show. Tuesday’s results show two realities: Fort Worth ISD students made broad gains in math and some gains in readi
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