Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the 2023 A–F accountability ratings for public schools and districts across the state. These ratings, based on performance from the 2022–23 school year, are now available at TXSchools.gov. This marks the first time in two years that the public has had access to updated school performance information. The delay was caused by lawsuits that blocked the release of ratings. TEA still cannot release the 2023–24 school year ratings because of another legal issue, but the 2024–25 ratings are scheduled for release in August 2025.
The A–F rating system was created through House Bill 22 to give clear information about how schools are doing. It measures three main areas:
- Student Achievement (how much students know)
- School Progress (how much they are improving)
- Closing the Gaps (how well schools serve all groups of students)
TEA’s system was created to help schools improve and give families an easy way to understand school quality. Although the A–F system started with House Bill 22 and stayed mostly the same, TEA recently made updates to how ratings are calculated. The new method was used for the 2022–23 school year. To help districts understand the changes, TEA also shared “What If” ratings for 2021–22 using the new system. These are for comparison only and do not replace the original 2022 ratings.
In recent years, full school ratings have been limited. Ratings were canceled for the 2019–20 and 2020–21 school years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, schools were rated, but a law at the time did not allow any school to receive a D or F. Then, legal disputes held back the release of 2023 and 2024 data. Now that the 2023 ratings are out, families and school leaders can finally see how schools are performing. This information can be used to celebrate progress and focus on areas that need improvement. You can search for ratings for your school or district at TXSchools.gov.
Austin County Districts Information
Now that The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its latest accountability ratings, it offers a comprehensive evaluation of how school districts across the state are performing academically and most importantly how local districts are performing. These ratings, assigned on an A–F scale, are designed to reflect how effectively districts are educating students, improving year over year, and closing achievement gaps among different student groups.
Each district’s “Overall Performance” score is calculated using three key domains:
- Student Achievement – Measures what students know and can do by the end of the school year.
- School Progress – Assesses how much students have improved over time or how their performance compares to similar schools.
- Closing the Gaps – Examines how well schools are supporting all student groups and reducing disparities in academic outcomes.
The higher score between Student Achievement and School Progress is used as the base, which is then combined with the Closing the Gaps score to determine the final rating. This method ensures that both growth and equity are factored into a district’s performance evaluation.
TEA’s grading scale is as follows:
- A (90–100) – Exemplary performance
- B (80–89) – Recognized performance
- C (70–79) – Acceptable performance
- D (60–69) – Needs improvement
- F (0–59) – Unacceptable performance
Bellville ISD Earns a ‘B’ for Recognized Performance
Bellville Independent School District received an overall score in the 80–89 range, earning a “B” rating for recognized performance. This rating reflects strong academic achievement and consistent student progress across the district. A “B” indicates that Bellville ISD is serving many students well, with effective teaching practices that prepare learners for the next grade level and success after graduation—whether in college, the workforce, or military service. The rating underscores the district’s continued commitment to educational excellence and addressing the needs of all learners.
Brazos ISD Receives a ‘C’ for Acceptable Performance
Brazos Independent School District earned a “C” rating with an overall score of 78 out of 100, placing it in the acceptable performance category. This rating means Brazos ISD is successfully educating many students, but it must strengthen support for a broader range of learners to reach higher performance levels. While the district has a solid academic foundation, the score identifies areas where additional focus is needed, particularly in ensuring all student groups achieve equitable success.
Sealy ISD Also Receives a ‘C’ with a Score of 77
Sealy Independent School District received a “C” rating with an overall score of 77 out of 100, also falling within the acceptable performance category. Sealy ISD’s rating shows that the district is helping many students progress, but additional academic strategies and support are needed to ensure more students thrive. The “C” score highlights both current strengths and the need for continued improvement in instruction and equity.
Accountability in Action
TEA’s A–F accountability system aims to provide clear and actionable information for schools, families, and communities. By identifying successes and areas for improvement, the ratings serve as a roadmap to better outcomes for all students. Bellville, Brazos, and Sealy ISDs each have unique opportunities to grow, adapt, and further support academic success across their districts.
