Significant changes have recently been made to the current testing system in Texas public high schools by eliminating the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) tests and replacing them with a series of end-of-course exams. Well-designed and rigorous end-of-course exams can be a better way to assess student knowledge and raise student achievement.
K-12 Education
Texas Spends Billions on Public Schools. Where Does the Money Go?
Texans paid nearly $105 billion last year to support public schools. They expect that money to go towards providing students with a quality education, not to merely employ adults or line the pockets of outside consultants and contractors. If Texas wants a school system that is focused on effective education and not the appearance of...
August 28, 2026