EDUCATION Georgetown Independent School District serves students living in Georgetown, Texas, the county seat in Williamson County. Georgetown ISD serves over 12,100 students at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, and two alternative campuses.
Enrollment & Growth Georgetown schools have grown by nearly 15% in the last decade:
Programs Georgetown ISD is known for its innovative programs and distinct Learner Profile, designed with support from the Georgetown community.
Average Class Size
12,187 Total Enrollment 10 Elementary Schools 4 Middle Schools 3 High Schools
Elementary Schools—18.5 Middle Schools—20.7 High Schools—19.8
Graduation Rate Innovative programs like aerospace engineering are gaining national attention. Students are building airworthy airplanes and learning about the aviation industry.
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Tax Rate $1.307
Accountability Rated a “B” by the Texas Education Agency in 2019 More Information We believe that community engagement enhances the student experience. We are always seeking to add volunteers and mentors to serve in our schools. Learn more at GeorgetownISD.org/Volunteer To learn more about renovations and building projects funded by the 2018 bond, visit GeorgetownISD.org/2018Bond
Students are designing and launching rockets through the SystemsGo program. In 2019, four student teams successfully launched rockets carrying scientific payloads 1 mile high. The cosmetology program allows students to graduate from high school prepared to take a licensing exam and immediately go into the workforce. With 25 college, career and military programs and 69 CTE pathways, there is a program designed to fit the interests of every student. Fine arts are thriving in Georgetown ISD. Music programs are awardwinning and providing quality family-friendly programming for our community on a regular basis. Visual art students have been featured in the city’s art program and currently have art displayed on utility boxes downtown at Austin Ave and 8th Street, Austin Ave and 2nd Street, and Austin Ave and 7th Street.
GEORGETOWN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Georgetown ISD Vision Home of the most inspired students served by the most empowered leaders. above
STEM education starts in kindergarten where students are programming robots.
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Georgetown ISD Mission Inspiring and empowering every learner to lead, grow and serve.
Georgetown ISD is committed to preparing all students for their future. The district’s robust College, Career and Military Readiness efforts help students find their passion and connect to coursework and experiences that set them up for success after high school. Learn more about programs, coursework and offerings at bit.ly/2021GISDCourseGuide
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