Texas Education Agency grants passing financial grade to Hitchcock ISD

The Texas Education Agency approved an appeal, awarding Hitchcock ISD a score of 79, which is equivalent to a C or “Meets Standard Achievement.” This decision grants the district a passing financial accountability rating after two consecutive failing ratings. The decision followed months of budget reductions and staffing cuts under the district’s leadership.

The passing grade allows Hitchcock ISD to avoid additional state sanctions tied to its finances. The turnaround was achieved despite initial delays in submitting the district’s annual financial audit and administrative uncertainty following the arrest of the district’s Mayor and Assistant Superintendent.