TEA News Releases

26 Texas Public Schools Honored as Inaugural Lone Star Ribbon Schools

The previously named National Blue Ribbon Schools program has transitioned to Texas Leadership  

Austin, TX – September 29, 2025 – The Texas Education Agency (TEA) congratulates the 26 Texas public schools named 2025 Lone Star Ribbon Schools. Governor Greg Abbott announced the honorees today, recognizing their outstanding academic performance and efforts to close achievement gaps.

Governor Abbott Announces 2025-2026 Purple Star Campus Designations For 98 Texas Schools

From the Office of Governor Greg Abbott
September 4, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Press Release

TEA Releases 2025 A–F Accountability Ratings; 2024 Ratings Now Also Available

AUSTIN, TX – August 15, 2025 — The Texas Education Agency (TEA) today released the 2025 A-F Accountability Ratings for public school systems and campuses across the state. Additionally, the delayed 2024 ratings have been made available to school systems and the public following the resolution of legal proceedings that previously prevented their release. 

The release of the 2025 A-F Ratings reestablishes critical transparency for Texas families, communities and school leaders after two years of lawsuit-induced delays.