5 Aldine ISD Schools Earn Top Spots in 2023-2024 Houston School Rankings

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Children at Risk made the announcement on February 12, 2025.

Several Aldine Independent School District (ISD) schools — Young Women’s Leadership Academy, Avalos P-TECH School, Blanson CTE High School, Impact Leadership Academy, and Thompson Elementary School — have earned top spots in the 2023-2024 Annual Houston School Rankings released by Children at Risk on February 12, 2025. The rankings highlight significant achievements across various educational levels within the district.

In the Top 6 Houston Area Middle Schools category, the district Choice School option Aldine Young Women’s Leadership Academy secured the 5th position, underscoring its commitment to excellence in STEM education at the all-girls campus.

Two Aldine ISD Choice School high school options also received notable recognition in the Gold Ribbon category, which honors high-performing, high-poverty schools. Avalos P-TECH School achieved second place, while Blanson CTE High School was ranked third among Houston Area Gold Ribbon High Schools.

Impact Leadership Academy, an AISD Choice School campus, was distinguished as the third Top Houston Area Gold Ribbon Middle School, reflecting its dedication to fostering academic success among its students.

Thompson Elementary School, an AISD neighborhood campus, earned fifth in the Top Houston Area Gold Ribbon Elementary Schools category at the elementary level, highlighting its effective educational programs and student support initiatives.

Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney emphasized that these recognitions demonstrate Aldine ISD’s commitment to offering diverse, high-quality educational opportunities for all families.

“Aldine ISD is proud to provide families with a variety of excellent school options, whether through our outstanding neighborhood schools like Thompson Elementary or our Choice School campuses like Avalos P-TECH, Blanson CTE, Impact Leadership Academy, and Young Women’s Leadership Academy. Our goal is to ensure every student has access to a high-quality education that fits their interests and aspirations,” said Goffney. “These rankings are a testament to the hard work of our educators and families who are up to the challenge of discovering what is possible and transforming the lives of our students.”

Children at Risk, a research and advocacy nonprofit, conducts a comprehensive evaluation of school performance across the state. Their annual school rankings, which assess various factors including student achievement, campus performance, and student growth, provide a reliable and thorough assessment of school quality.

Click here to learn more about Aldine ISD’s over 30 Choice School programs, or visit the district Schools’ webpage to obtain links to campus websites.