This is a 7.7% increase over the previous school year.
Of the 279 students enrolled in Menard County schools, 5% of them were considered to be gifted and talented.
Menard County enrolled the 15th lowest number of gifted and talented students among Texas counties.
Education in Texas is often a hot button issue, especially as test scores lag behind other states.
“The problems commonly cited are flaws in the school financing system, relatively low teacher salary, poor test performance by students…dropouts from traditional schools in favor of charter schools…gun violence, and mental health issues,” claimed the Texas Almanac.
Gifted & Talented Students in Menard County Schools in 2020-2021 school year
| School | Number of gifted and talented students | Total Number of students |
|---|---|---|
| Menard Elementary/Junior High School | 10 | 199 |
| Menard High School | 4 | 80 |
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