This is 68 fewer than the year before.
Newton County was ranked 166th in enrollment 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.
Enrollment rate of Newton County schools in 2020-2021 school year
| School | Number of Students in 2020-2021 year | % Change From Previous School Year |
|---|---|---|
| Burkeville School | 269 | 6.3% |
| Deweyville Elementary School | 259 | -1.2% |
| Deweyville High School | 275 | -1.1% |
| Newton Elementary School | 423 | -23.7% |
| Newton High School | 259 | -10.4% |
| Newton Middle School | 287 | 40.7% |
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