Houston Daily

Good Reason Houston has announced that the latest Texas Education Agency (TEA) ratings indicate an increase in the number of students enrolled in A- or B-rated schools in the region compared to 2023.

The TEA released its 2025 A-F accountability ratings, revealing that nearly 145,000 more students in the Houston area are attending A- or B-rated schools compared to two years ago. The proportion of students in D- or F-rated schools has decreased from 32% to 12%. According to Good Reason Houston, there are now 160 more campuses with A or B ratings across the region. Notable progress has been observed in districts such as Houston Independent School District (ISD) and Aldine ISD, where targeted initiatives have contributed to student growth.

"This is a win for Houston’s students, for our teachers, and for our school leaders, especially in places like Houston ISD and Aldine ISD, where bold action and fresh ideas have sparked real, measurable growth," said Good Reason Houston CEO Cary Wright. "More kids now have a shot at graduating ready for college, ready for a career, ready to earn a living wage."

The results also highlighted disparities across districts. While some districts like Cypress-Fairbanks, Klein, and Spring Branch ISDs showed higher overall performance but less year-to-year growth, equity gaps persist. Black and Hispanic students were less likely than their peers to attend A- or B-rated schools. Alief ISD, Spring ISD, and IDEA Public Schools demonstrated slower progress, whereas Galena Park ISD posted above-average growth and achievement.

"We've turned a corner in Houston public education. But until every child has access to a great school, our work isn't done," Wright said. "Less than half our students are on grade level in math and reading. Too many still walk into classrooms where opportunity is in short supply, especially Black and Hispanic students who are far less likely to attend a top-rated school. So the task before us is urgent. It will take steady hands, targeted support, and the courage to keep trying new things. Because every child in Houston deserves that same chance to thrive."

Good Reason Houston is a nonpartisan education nonprofit focused on improving public education within the region. The organization aims to ensure that every child has access to quality public schooling and collaborates with 25 public school systems serving approximately 700,000 students across nearly 900 schools.