Azle Independent School District
Public school district in Azle, Texas
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Azle Independent School District (shortened only as "Azle ISD"; "AISD" is not a proper abbreviation[6]) is a public school district based in Azle, Texas, United States. The district covers northwestern Tarrant County, northeastern Parker County, and a small portion of southern Wise County. In addition to Azle, the district serves the communities of Lakeside, Pelican Bay, Sanctuary, and portions of Reno and Briar.
| Azle Independent School District | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| United States | |
| Coordinates | 32°53′47″N 97°32′35″W |
| District information | |
| Type | Independent school district |
| Grades | Pre-K through 12 |
| Superintendent | Todd Smith |
| Schools | 13 (2020–21)[1] |
| NCES District ID | 4809200[1] |
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 6,804 (2019–20)[2] |
| Teachers | 455 (2020–21)[1] (on full-time equivalent (FTE) basis) |
| Student–teacher ratio | 15.87 (2009–10)[1] |
| Athletic conference | UIL Class 5A football and basketball[3] |
| District mascot | Hornets[4] |
| Colors | Green, White[4] |
| Other information | |
| TEA District Accountability Rating for 2011–12 | Academically Acceptable[5] |
| Website | Azle ISD |
Finances
Academic achievement
In 2011, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.[5] About 49% of districts in Texas in 2011 received the same rating.[7] No state accountability ratings will be given to districts in 2012.[8] A school district in Texas can receive one of four possible rankings from the Texas Education Agency: Exemplary (the highest possible ranking), Recognized, Academically Acceptable, and Academically Unacceptable (the lowest possible ranking).
Historical district TEA accountability ratings[5]
- 2011: Academically Acceptable
- 2010: Recognized
- 2009: Recognized
- 2008: Academically Acceptable
- 2007: Academically Acceptable
- 2006: Academically Acceptable
- 2005: Academically Acceptable
- 2004: Academically Acceptable
Schools
| School name | Grades | Additional information |
|---|---|---|
| Azle High School | 9-12 | |
| Azle Junior High School | 6-8 | Grades 7-8 until 2026 school year.[9] |
| Santo J. Forte Junior High School | 6-8 | Grades 7-8 until 2026 school year. |
| Azle Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Cross Timbers Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Eagle Heights Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Hilltop Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Liberty Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Silver Creek Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| Walnut Creek Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades PK-4 until 2026 school year. |
| W.E. Hoover Elementary School | PK-5 | Grades 5-6 until 2026 school year. |
Alternative schools
- DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program)
- Hornet Academy
Special programs
Fine arts
Azle High School has a band program, known as the Marching Green Pride, as well as other programs and classes including choir, art, dance, theatre, and photography and film-making.
Athletics
Azle High School participates in the boys' sports of baseball, basketball, football, tennis, soccer, and wrestling.[4] The school participates in the girls' sports of basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, and wrestling.[4]
For the 2015 through 2016 school years, Azle High School will play football in UIL Class 5A.[3] Their mascot is a muscular green and black hornet named "Buzzy".[10]
Alumni
- Chas Skelly,[11] professional Mixed Martial Artist, current UFC Featherweight[12]
- James Casey (American football), former NFL tight end,[13] current tight ends coach with Houston Cougars football[14]
- Montana De La Rosa,[citation needed] professional Mixed Martial Artist, current UFC Flyweight[15]
