San Antonio School Districts Face State “Takeover”— Here’s What’s at Stake
Across San Antonio, four major school districts Northside, SAISD (San Antonio ISD), Judson, and Edgewood—are now under serious scrutiny by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The reason? Several of their campuses have repeatedly failed to meet state performance standards, putting these districts at risk of state intervention.
The TEA’s Warning Shot
Earlier this month, TEA officials delivered an unmistakable message: each district must submit “turnaround plans” by November 14 outlining how they will lift struggling schools. If performance doesn’t improve, the state could appoint a conservator, essentially taking control over parts of the district, and in extreme cases, even close campuses or replace leadership.
The districts under pressure have had multiple schools receive low grades (D’s or F’s) for two, three, or more years in a row. By law, persistent underperformance triggers escalating consequences.
Breakdowns by District
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