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TEA releases state accountability scores; 15% of Texas schools scored below ‘C'
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· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This year's ratings cover the recent school year.
In Fort Worth , local schools have received their annual performance ratings. These ratings evaluate academic performance and readiness for college or the workforce. To find out how specific schools fared, residents can visit a website for more information.
The state agency responsible for education releases these ratings every year. This year's ratings cover the recent school year. A significant portion of school districts saw their ratings remain steady or improve.
Further details about the ratings and how they are calculated are available from the state education agency. Residents can look up individual school scores to learn more about their local schools' performance.
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Category: government Published: August 14, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Fort Worth, local schools have received their annual performance ratings. These ratings evaluate academic performance and readiness for college or the workforce. To find out how specific schools…
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