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How did your Fort Worth-area high school perform on STAAR?
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Matthew Sgroi , as published by Fort Worth Report
· June 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Lake Worth ISD showed improvement, with gains in every subject tested at the high school level in 2026.
Academic performance in the Fort Worth area has been assessed through STAAR testing. Lake Worth ISD showed improvement, with gains in every subject tested at the high school level in 2026. This progress is notable, especially given the district's current status under state control.
However, despite these gains, Lake Worth ISD still ranks low compared to other local districts. For more specific information on how individual high schools performed, further details are available from the Fort Worth Report.
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Category: government Published: June 11, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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