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Texas Standard for Aug. 10, 2026: Critics question Houston ISD gains under state takeover

Texas Standard for Aug. 10, 2026: Critics question Houston ISD gains under state takeover
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Supporters of the state takeover of Houston ISD point to improved accountability ratings and student outcomes. But new reporting raises questions about whether some of those gains came at the expense of students placed in coursework below their academic level.

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