LUBBOCK, Texas — Lubbock Independent School District continued its upward trajectory in the Texas Education Agency’s 2026 accountability ratings, posting an overall district score of 82% and recording the most “A”-rated high schools in the region.
District-wide gains anchored by high school and elementary progress
The district’s 2026 score follows an 80% rating in 2025, marking a second consecutive year of improvement. Superintendent Dr. Kathy Rollo attributed the gains to concerted effort across classrooms and campuses, and highlighted the milestone of having three high schools rated “A,” a regional first for a single district.
“While we know we still have plenty of work to do at several of our campuses, this achievement is proof that our district is steadily progressing toward our goal of educating all of our students at A- and B-rated campuses,”
Leading the gains at the high school level was Monterey High School, which earned an “A” rating for the first time in the school’s history during Principal Justin Newman’s first year on the job. Two other high schools — Lubbock High School and Talkington School for Young Women Leaders — maintained their “A” status from the previous year. Several additional high schools showed measurable improvement: Coronado High School rose eight points to an 89% rating, and Estacado High School increased from 74% to 79%.
Campus-level breakdown: A and B campuses and student reach
Elementary and middle school performance contributed substantially to the district’s overall improvement. Six campuses achieved “A” ratings in 2026, while eleven additional campuses earned “B” ratings. In total, 21 campuses are now rated either “A” or “B.” Those successful campuses serve roughly 14,000 students, which district figures say represents about 62% of Lubbock ISD’s total enrollment of more than 23,000 students.
- Six “A” campuses: Honey Elementary, Miller Elementary, Wester Elementary, Whiteside Elementary, Roscoe Wilson Elementary, McCool Academy.
- Eleven “B” campuses: Bayless Elementary, Brown Elementary, Hardwick Elementary, Maedgen Elementary, Ramirez Elementary, Roberts Elementary, Smith Elementary, Waters Elementary, Wheelock Elementary, Williams Elementary, Hutchinson Middle School.
| Measure | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall district score | 82% | 80% |
| Number of A/B campuses | 21 | Not specified |
| Students served by A/B campuses | ~14,000 (62% of enrollment) | Not specified |
What this means for families and the district
District officials framed the ratings as evidence of steady progress but cautioned that challenges remain at several campuses. For families, the expanded number of A- and B-rated campuses could affect school choice decisions, perceptions of neighborhood schools and potentially long-term enrollment patterns. For the district, the ratings may influence internal resource allocation, campus support strategies and priorities for the coming school year.
Superintendent Dr. Rollo emphasized that the improvements reflect the collective work of students, teachers and staff. The district did not release additional commentary on how the ratings will change budget priorities or targeted interventions for campuses that did not improve.
State accountability ratings are a composite measure that take into account student achievement, school progress and closing performance gaps across student groups. Lubbock ISD’s continued climb will likely be monitored closely by parents, educators and local officials as the district plans for the 2026–27 school year.
More detailed campus-by-campus data from the Texas Education Agency is available publicly for families and residents who want to review specific performance indicators for individual schools.
