Rockwall ISD Accolades
As a proud member of the Rockwall community, I’m thrilled to share the exceptional achievements of our local school district, Rockwall ISD. For families considering a move to the area, these accolades underscore the district’s commitment to educational excellence, making Rockwall an outstanding place to live and raise a family.
Rockwall ISD’s Key Achievements:
- Top-Rated District: Rockwall ISD has earned an “A” district rating from the Texas Education Agency for three consecutive years, reflecting its strong academic performance and quality of education.
- Fiscally Responsible: The district’s 2022-2023 total tax rate of $1.2146 represents a 21.5-cent decrease over the past five years. The Maintenance & Operations (M&O) portion is the lowest rate allowed by the Texas Education Agency for Rockwall ISD.
- Addressing Growth: With a 14% increase in student enrollment, Rockwall ISD has expanded its facilities, completing six new schools, including the Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy, Dobbs Elementary (replacement facility), Linda Lyon Elementary, Reinhardt Elementary (replacement facility), Sherry and Paul Hamm Elementary, and Lupe Garcia Elementary.
- Future-Ready Planning: Voters approved a 2021 bond supporting four new buildings, including two 9th-grade centers, a middle school, Rochell Elementary (replacement facility), and three middle school expansions. The district anticipates more than 22,000 students by 2030.
- Dual Credit Excellence: In partnership with Collin College, Rockwall ISD has seen a 369% increase in dual credit student enrollment since 2016, preparing students for college success.
- Career Certifications: High school students in Rockwall ISD have earned 450 professional career and technical certifications, equipping them with valuable skills for the workforce.
- Advanced Academics: The district has established an advanced math pathway program, with approximately 50% of all 5th graders enrolled in compacted and advanced mathematics courses.
- National Merit Recognition: Since 2016, the number of students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program has increased by 59%.
- AP Participation: Advanced Placement participation has grown by 6% since 2016, demonstrating the district’s commitment to challenging academic opportunities.
- UIL Excellence: Rockwall ISD high schools have consistently ranked in the top 25 in Texas for academic, fine arts, and athletic performances, making the UIL’s Lone Star Cup top schools list in 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017.
- Music Education: For six consecutive years, Rockwall ISD has earned the National Association of Music Merchants Best Communities for Music Education Award.
- Enhanced Student Support: The district has increased the number of high school counselors, assistant principals, School Resource Officers (SROs), and added high school security guards to support student well-being.
- Recognized Leadership: In 2019, Rockwall ISD’s School Board and Dr. Villarreal were named a Top Five Honor Board in Texas for governance, fiscal responsibility, and academic/extracurricular achievement, out of more than 1,200 school districts.
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