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4 HISD schools receive F ratings, Mike Miles says, a year after there were no failing campuses
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Bianca Seward , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Wheatley High School showed significant improvement, earning an A rating for the first time.
In the Houston area, recent ratings have been released for schools within the district. Four schools received F ratings, according to the state-appointed superintendent. This is a change from the previous year, when no schools had failing ratings.
Wheatley High School showed significant improvement, earning an A rating for the first time. This is notable, as the school's previous string of F ratings contributed to the state takeover of the district. Further details on the school ratings and the state takeover are available from Houston Public Media.
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Category: schools Published: August 14, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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