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Two Austin ISD schools receive fifth consecutive 'F' accountability rating
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sana Dadani , as published by KXAN-NBC
· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway Burnet Middle School and Webb Middle School were given their fifth consecutive "F" rating.
Two schools in the Austin Independent School District have received poor accountability ratings. Burnet Middle School and Webb Middle School were given their fifth consecutive "F" rating. This development puts the district in a difficult situation, as it may now face state intervention.
The district's position is precarious due to the schools' consistent low ratings. Further information on the situation and potential consequences can be found through KXAN-NBC, the source of this news.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN-NBC ·
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