NGHS first to receive ‘A’ STAAR rating

Sep. 19, 2022

Many schools from Garland ISD scored excellent ratings, with North Garland High School becoming the first high school in GISD history to achieve an “A” accountability rating in the STAAR era.

It was an incredible day on August 12, as the Texas Education Agency released accountability ratings for campuses across Texas. Overall, the Garland Independent School District did exceptionally well, with an overall rating of 87, performing better than several neighboring school districts.

Many schools from Garland ISD scored excellent ratings, with North Garland High School becoming the first high school in district history to achieve an “A” accountability rating in the STAAR era. The campus also achieved all seven distinctions from TEA.

“We were so very close last time when there was accountability, and to get over the hump and really improve during COVID, took an incredible amount of work and dedication from our staff,” said former Principal Michael Arreola.

Visit the North Garland High School website to learn more about our campus.

Information and photo provided by Garland ISD.

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