Original Research by School Decision on Cisco H S
Cisco High School serves grades nine through twelve in a small town in Eastland County in central Texas. The school draws from a modest enrollment across four high school grades. Roughly two-fifths of the student body qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch. The student population is predominantly white, with a smaller Hispanic population, and a very small number of students from other racial or ethnic backgrounds. The school sits within Cisco Independent School District, which operates as a conventional public district.
On the most recent state assessments, Cisco High School's overall proficiency patterns show students meeting or approaching standards at solid rates. Nearly all students approach or exceed the baseline in English and language arts, and more than most attain the meets standard. In mathematics, a strong majority approach the standard, though fewer than in English reach the meets level. Science shows strong approaches-level attainment across the board, with a notable share reaching mastery. Social studies stands out with universal approaches-level performance and a healthy share at meets. Mastery rates across all subjects run lower; in English and social studies they are modest, while mathematics and science show comparatively stronger mastery attainment. The data available is from a single year, so no trend direction can be assessed. Multi-year assessment data was not available to track how performance has shifted over time.
A graduation rate for the school was not provided in the data. Chronic absenteeism rates were also not reported. These gaps limit a full picture of student outcomes beyond what assessments show.
The school community reflects a rural, small-town setting. Home values in the Cisco zip code are notably below the state average and well below the national benchmark. The estimated monthly mortgage on a typical local home is affordable by national standards, and the price-to-income ratio is well below one, suggesting housing is accessible relative to regional income levels. The area's economic conditions show a modest unemployment rate consistent with national figures, though specific employment anchors and recent growth or demographic change for Cisco itself were not found in the available research.
The school's program offerings, specific course access, staffing levels, attendance patterns, and any distinctive instructional approaches were not detailed in the available information. A parent considering Cisco High School may want to contact the school or district directly to learn about course breadth, career or dual-credit pathway availability, academic support structures, extracurricular offerings, and any other programs that shape the day-to-day experience for students.
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