Texas Government's Takeover of Houston ISD Raises Concerns and Questions.

The Texas Education Agency has announced a takeover of Houston ISD due to "chronically low achievement." However, HISD earned a B rating with an overall score of 88 in the 2022 state rankings, with 611 school districts or charter campuses receiving lower scores. The ratings are based on student achievement, graduation rates, and the percent of students prepared for college, career, or the military. The decision to take over HISD despite its ranking in the upper half of school systems statewide is fueling criticism.