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Days after state officials gave Elgin Independent School District a D in its annual accountability rating, the district earned recognition as one of the top school systems in Texas for visual arts.
The Texas Education Agency released its 2024-25 ratings last week, with Elgin ISD receiving a score of 66, a slight improvement from last year. Despite the mark — under a system revamped in 2023 to be more demanding — the district was selected for the 2025 District of Distinction Award from the Texas Art Education Association.
“Elgin ISD has set a high standard for visual arts advocacy, integrated visual arts curriculum, encouraged creativity, community participation and student growth,” said Nealy Holley, chair of the Visual Art Administrators of Texas, a division of TAEA. Only 109 districts statewide — about 8% — earned the honor, which recognizes school systems that inspire and connect students to their communities, according to officials. Elgin ISD Director of Fine Arts Alyson Keller said the recognition reflects the dedication and guidance of the district’s teachers.
