Quinlan Independent School District
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Quinlan Independent School District is a public school district
based in Quinlan
, Texas
(USA
).
In addition to Quinlan, the district serves the towns of West Tawakoni
and Hawk Cove
, most of Union Valley
, as well as rural areas in southern Hunt County
. A small portion of northern Kaufman County
also lies within the district. The district covers a total area of 152 square miles (393.7 km²). The student population is approximately 2,800 (89% Anglo, 9% Hispanic, 1% African-American, <1% Asian, and <1% Native American). QISD has six campuses (three elementary, one middle/junior high school, one high school, and one alternative) as well as various support facilities. QISD's mascot is the panther, and the school colors are blue and white.
In 2010, the school district was rated "academically acceptable
" by the Texas Education Agency
.
D.C. Cannon Elementary School and C. B. Thompson Middle School are considered to be Recognized campuses by the TEA. A.E. Butler Intermediate School posted the highest scores in its history falling just short of the Recognized rating and is considered Academically Acceptable. W.H. Ford High School is considered Academically Acceptable. Over the past two years from 2008-2010, the district improved 18% in math and 13% in science TAKS scores. The district improved in every other tested area to account for significant academic gains.
School district
School districts are a form of special-purpose district which serves to operate the local public primary and secondary schools.-United States:...
based in Quinlan
Quinlan, Texas
Quinlan is a rural city in the southern part of Hunt County, Texas, United States located within the US Government designated Dallas–Fort Worth metropolitan area.-Demographics:...
, Texas
Texas
Texas is the second largest U.S. state by both area and population, and the largest state by area in the contiguous United States.The name, based on the Caddo word "Tejas" meaning "friends" or "allies", was applied by the Spanish to the Caddo themselves and to the region of their settlement in...
(USA
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
).
In addition to Quinlan, the district serves the towns of West Tawakoni
West Tawakoni, Texas
West Tawakoni is a city in Hunt County, Texas, United States. The population was 1,462 at the 2000 census.-Geography:West Tawakoni is located at ....
and Hawk Cove
Hawk Cove, Texas
Hawk Cove is a city in Hunt County, Texas, United States. The population was recorded as 457 at the 2000 census. A July 1, 2008 U.S. Census Bureau estimate placed the population at 613....
, most of Union Valley
Union Valley, Texas
Union Valley is a city in Hunt County, Texas, United States. The city voted to incorporate in an election held on November 6, 2007. A total of 90 votes were cast , 75 in favor of incorporation and 15 against. According to the Union Valley incorporation committee, the city has about 78 households....
, as well as rural areas in southern Hunt County
Hunt County, Texas
As of the census of 2000, there were 76,596 people, 28,742 households, and 20,521 families residing in the county. The population density was 91 people per square mile . There were 32,490 housing units at an average density of 39 per square mile...
. A small portion of northern Kaufman County
Kaufman County, Texas
As of the census of 2000, there were 71,313 people, 24,367 households, and 19,225 families residing in the county. The population density was 91/sq mi . There were 26,133 housing units at an average density of 33/sq mi...
also lies within the district. The district covers a total area of 152 square miles (393.7 km²). The student population is approximately 2,800 (89% Anglo, 9% Hispanic, 1% African-American, <1% Asian, and <1% Native American). QISD has six campuses (three elementary, one middle/junior high school, one high school, and one alternative) as well as various support facilities. QISD's mascot is the panther, and the school colors are blue and white.
In 2010, the school district was rated "academically acceptable
Texas Education Agency accountability ratings system
The Texas Education Agency accountability ratings system rates all public schools, charter schools, and school districts in the State of Texas.The criteria are the same for schools and districts, and are discussed below...
" by the Texas Education Agency
Texas Education Agency
The Texas Education Agency is a branch of the state government of Texas in the United States responsible for public education. The agency is headquartered in the William B...
.
D.C. Cannon Elementary School and C. B. Thompson Middle School are considered to be Recognized campuses by the TEA. A.E. Butler Intermediate School posted the highest scores in its history falling just short of the Recognized rating and is considered Academically Acceptable. W.H. Ford High School is considered Academically Acceptable. Over the past two years from 2008-2010, the district improved 18% in math and 13% in science TAKS scores. The district improved in every other tested area to account for significant academic gains.
Schools
- Ford High School (Grades 9-12)
- Thompson Middle School (Grades 6-8)
- Butler Intermediate School (Grades 4-5)
- Cannon Elementary School (Grades 1-3)
- Martin Early Childhood Center (Grades PK-K)
Additional facilities
- Alternative Learning Center (In-School Suspension Classes and Credit Recovery Programs)
- Quinlan Education Center (Free Public Library, Fitness Center, and Community Education Classes)