South Texas ISD District

The South Texas ISD District is located in Mercedes, TX and includes 5 schools that serve 2,460 students in grades PK through 12.  

District Spending

The South Texas ISD District spends $10,322 per pupil in current expenditures.  The district spends 51% on instruction, 47% on support services, and 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student Information

The South Texas ISD District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%.  

In the South Texas ISD District, 2% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The South Texas ISD District serves 2% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.