Public School Districts

Public School Districts

Public School Districts

Seven independent school districts provide public education in the area: Conroe, Cypress-Fairbanks, Magnolia, Montgomery, Spring, Tomball and Willis. Each district offers a variety of study areas, extracurricular activities, and special education departments to meet the needs of all students. All the districts have received numerous awards and rank high on state basics skills tests in reading, writing, and mathematics. Most districts offer dual credit programs, which give students the opportunity to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously.

Cy-Fair ISD is Located approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Houston, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD encompasses 186 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing school districts in the nation, CFISD’s student enrollment exceeded 111,000 during the 2013-2014 school year, which makes it the second-largest school district in the Houston area and the third-largest in Texas. Cy-Fair ISD has a total of 85 schools. The district includes 53 elementary schools, 17 middle schools, 11 high schools and four special program facilities. The 2012-13 National Merit honorees featured 35 Semifinalists, 103 Commended students, 4 National Achievement Scholar semifinalists and 49 National Hispanic Scholars. The Cy-Fair ISD district mission statement:

• We maximize every student’s potential through rigorous and relevant learning experiences preparing students to be 21st Century global leaders.
• A Cypress-Fairbanks ISD graduate will be an effective communicator, a competent problem-solver, a self-directed learner, a responsible citizen, and a quality producer.

2012-13 TEA Accountability Ratings:
CFISD earns Met Standard in new state accountability rating: Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and all of its eligible campuses earned a rating of Met Standard in the Texas Education Agency (TEA) 2013 State Accountability Ratings, the highest of the two ratings under the new system. See ratings for each CFISD school at www.cfisd.net/newsmedia/press/2013/0808accountability.htm.
The mission of the Magnolia Independent School District is to provide an educational environment that will enable all students to develop essential academic skills for a lifetime of learning and to prepare students to be responsible, contributing citizens in a diverse and changing world. The unique community of families and educators work together toward the common goal of providing the best education possible in safe, nurturing environments. Student to teacher ratios are kept as low as possible, allowing for smaller school populations and more individualized instruction. Schools continually perform at or above the Texas Education Agency’s “Recognized” status. Magnolia ISD is financially prudent year after year, winning state recognition as an exceptional model of fiscal responsibility while delivering educational programs that meet the needs of all students: Gifted and Talented, FFA, Career and Technical Education, Navy Junior ROTC, and winning Fine Arts.

Montgomery Independent School District is a district on the grow! MISD educates almost 7,600 students who live within the 231 square-mile boundaries. The district has eight schools and an outstanding teaching staff of 461. 85 educators hold advanced degrees and have an average of 14.1 – plus years teaching experience. The classes are small and average about 16.4 students for each teacher, which enables them to give their students extra attention and in-depth instruction. Montgomery ISD participates in the No Child Left Behind Program, and the district’s dropout rate is pegged at 0.6 percent. The district also tracks its students’ progress through the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). Details about the district’s involvement in these programs can be found on the Texas Education Agency’s Report Card page, www.tea.state.tx.us.

Conroe ISD is a 348-square mile school district that is geographically diverse and includes The Woodlands, Oak Ridge North, Conroe, and Caney Creek, as well as several other smaller towns, communities, and unincorporated areas. The 18th largest district in the State and the 86^th largest in the U.S., the District serves over 52,700 students at 56 campuses and is one of the fastest
growing districts in Texas with an average enrollment growth of approximately 1,500 students per year. CISD is a community of individuals working together to achieve the best for students. The District is proud of the accomplishments of students, teachers and administrators who have helped make CISD a great school district.

Achievement scores continue to increase and are well  above the State and national averages. The mean SAT score for Conroe ISD is 1070 vs. 1017 for the nation and 989 for the State, and has a completion rate of 97.3%, one of the highest statewide. The State of Texas Comptroller’s Financial Allocation Study for Texas (FAST Report), which studies high academic standards and efficient spending in public education, awarded the highest rating of 5-Stars to Conroe ISD. This distinction places Conroe ISD among only 16 of the 1,140 school districts in the State, and their tax rate is one of the lowest in the Greater Houston metropolitan area at $1.295. Conroe ISD offers a comprehensive core academic program, a vast array of athletics, a cutting edge Career and Technical Education curriculum, and a slate of fine arts courses to meet the needs and interest of all students. To continue to give their students the best education possible, the District offers competitive salaries and a commitment to professional development.

The Spring Independent School District serves over 36,000 pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade
students in a diverse and growing district located 20 miles north of downtown Houston in an urban
area of Harris County that spans 57 square miles. The Spring ISD instructional approach allows for students to excel academically, socially and in extracurricular activities. Curricula used districtwide reflects the district’s belief in a strong academic foundation in the core subject areas of math, science, language arts and social studies. Instructional services are provided for identified students with various needs. Academic acceleration and enrichment are available for the gifted and talented. Special education services are provided for students with disabilities. Bilingual instruction and English as a Second Language education are available for students who require assistance while learning the English language.

In addition, Spring ISD offers fine arts programs that are designed to enrich the lives of students through art, dance, music, theater and speech. The district has enjoyed a long history of success in the fine arts with groups and individuals being recognized for regional, state and national honors. The district’s 38 campuses include 18 schools constructed during the last decade and numerous renovations, which ensure that learning takes place in secure, technologically advanced and well-maintained facilities. The campuses include three comprehensive high schools currently classified as 5A, which will be reclassified as 6A in the coming school year. An early college academy, a high-school career academy where students take courses that are aligned with career interests, and a virtual school offer choice an flexibility. In addition, the district has six sixth- through eighth-grade middle schools, one middle school of choice that focuses on math, science and fine arts, and 25 pre-kindergarten through fifthgrade elementary schools, which include the district’s LEED Gold Certified school.

ExxonMobil’s new headquarters is currently under construction on a 385-acre site within the Spring ISD boundaries near the intersection of I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road. The construction of the ExxonMobil campus and the development of the area surrounding the site will add both taxable value and students to the district. Demographic studies have been conducted, and the Spring ISD leadership is preparing for the growth by ensuring that land is available for future schools and through possible bond referendums.

The Tomball Independent School District is a highly regarded public school system with a reputation for excellence. It serves more than 12,400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12 in modern, well-equipped facilities that were designed and built with students’ needs in mind. Furthermore, the district is committed to high student achievement characterized by quality instruction, equality of opportunities and resources, and demonstrated results. Our students are also enriched through leadership opportunities provided through organizations, clubs, and athletic teams. Learning to be a leader teaches students integrity, honesty, humility, courage, and commitment. These qualities help students realize their hidden potential. Developing leadership
skills is an important part of the overall student experience and can lead to personal and academic accomplishments.

We are honored to have the opportunity as educators to help our students develop new
skills that can lead to lifelong success. One of many successful accomplishments celebrated in the classroom took place when the Texas Education Agency (TEA) released the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) scores. Tomball ISD students scored very well on the STAAR exam, which is the state’s assessment. Since the implementation of the STAAR test two years ago, TEA established new passing standards. All districts must meet four index score requirements measuring overall student achievement, student progress in math, reading, and writing, and improvements among students who are economically disadvantaged and in racial/ethnic groups. The fourth index measures college readiness for high school students. This is based on graduation rates and the percentage of students who graduated under the recommended/distinguished high school plans during the previous school year. Our district and every campus exceeded the standard for every index. Tomball ISD students and teachers are to be commended for a job well done.

The district also celebrated as voters approved Bond 2013 – the district’s $160 million bond referendum. Bond 2013 addresses district growth, security, and technology. Over the next five years, the district’s population is expected to increase by more than 3,700 students.Bond 2013 contains various construction projects including four new schools. An elementary school and an intermediate school will be built in the southern portion of the district. An elementary school and a junior high will be built in The Woodlands. Tomball ISD consists of the following schools:
Elementary Schools …………………..8
Intermediate Schools …………………2
Junior High Schools …………………..2
High Schools ………………….. ……….2
Alternative Schools…………………….1

“One Team — One Purpose” and that purpose is student achievement at Willis ISD. Education is exciting for the more than 6500 Willis Wildkats at five elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. We are a growing K-12 district nestled between the Sam Houston National Forest and Lake Conroe. Willis ISD offers a comprehensive array of high-quality academic programs including Gifted and Talented, Dual Language, Career and Technology, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit courses. Their libraries have been transformed into digital learning centers and providing
relevant technology in the classroom today to prepare students for the challenges of tomorrow.
Individual talents and valuable life skills are enriched through our athletic, fine arts and extracurricular programs.

The district’s team of professional educators is dedicated to developing a life-long passion for learning in all students. Educators and staff believe every child counts and every child learns and offer hope for a successful future by teaching every child to think. Willis ISD honors small-town values and traditions. The district is a community that pulls together for the kids and develops personal connections with them and their families. At the same time, they are focused on preparing their students to live and work successfully in the global community of the 21st century.