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HB 5353

Relating to the administration of certain assessment instruments and the accountability rating system for assessing campus and district performance.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Diego Bernal

HB 5353 restructures Texas's school assessment administration and accountability rating system, potentially affecting how student achievement is measured and schools are evaluated statewide.

Referred to Public Education
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Bill Summary · HB 5353

Legislative bill overview

HB 5353 modifies how Texas administers standardized assessment instruments and revises the state's accountability rating system used to evaluate campus and district performance. The bill adjusts the mechanisms through which student achievement data is collected, measured, and used to determine school and district performance ratings that directly affect funding, leadership changes, and public perception.

Why is this important

School accountability ratings significantly influence property values, teacher recruitment, student enrollment patterns, and state funding allocation. Changes to assessment administration and rating systems can affect which schools are labeled as underperforming, potentially triggering state intervention, staff replacement, or campus closure—directly impacting thousands of students and educators across Texas.

Potential points of contention

  • Assessment reliability concerns: Changes to how tests are administered could affect data comparability across years and districts, making it unclear whether performance changes reflect actual student learning or methodological shifts
  • Rating system equity: Modified accountability metrics may inadvertently advantage or disadvantage schools serving low-income students, English language learners, or students with disabilities if not carefully calibrated
  • Implementation complexity: Altering statewide assessment and rating systems requires substantial coordination with over 1,200 Texas school districts and may create administrative burden or inconsistent application across regions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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