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Central Middle School is now rated low performing
What happened
State results reported in September 2026 show Central Middle School fell to a D and is labeled low performing. It also needs extra support for students with disabilities. T. S. Cooper rose to a B and Gatesville left low-performing status.
Why it matters to families
Central Middle must file an improvement plan with the state, and parents are to be told at an October 22 curriculum night.
The evidence
The September 16, 2026 recording includes the testing report and the board deferring Central's improvement plan. The October recording says the plan is due to the state by November 30.
The source
September 16, 2026 regular board meeting (recording)See the full record for Gates County Schools.
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