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For questions or assistance regarding the information in this section, call the Performance Reporting Division at 512-463-9704 or email performance.reporting@tea.texas.gov.
2026 A-F Estimator is now available
The A-F Estimator is now available in the (TEAL) Accountability application. TEAL users are now able to access the A-F estimator in the “New Items” tab or by looking in the Performance Reporting tab under “2026 Accountability” within TEAL.
This A-F Estimator tool enables the calculation and estimation of a district or campus's performance in each domain and overall ratings. The estimator will prepopulate domain and component values using 2025 results and users are able to enter new component values to estimate the corresponding domain and overall results for 2026 accountability. The accuracy and validity of the estimation depend solely on the data input by the user.
For districts that have at least one campus rated under AEA criteria, an AEA specific A-F Estimator is also available in TEAL. Please be sure to leverage this tool for AEA estimations, which reflects scoring methodologies unique to Alternative Education Accountability.
2026 Data Resource now available: 2 Lowest Performing Race/Ethnic Groups
Stakeholders now have additional data with which to plan for the 2025-26 school year. On the 2025 Data Downloads, in the Closing the Gaps Domain Rating and Scores, users will see the campus’ 2 lowest performing Race/Ethnic groups used in Domain 3 calculations for both 2025 and 2026 ratings. This additional data tool can be used to inform planning for the groups that will be evaluated in Closing the Gaps for 2026 and is based on 2025 results. This information will also be available on the TEA Login (TEAL) Accountability application.
In the example shown above, the TEAL report, the groups evaluated for 2025 accountability are in bold and were 1) All students 2) African American 3) Hispanic, and 4) High Focus. Based on this school’s 2 lowest performing groups in 2025, the groups evaluated in 2026 will be 1) All students 2) African American 3) Two or More Races, and 4) High Focus.
Texas Accountability Advisory Group (TAAG) Nomination Window Open Until October 24, 2025
The Texas Education Agency is accepting nominations for new members for the Texas Accountability Group (TAAG). The committee is charged with identifying broader potential improvements to the academic accountability system, bringing creative solutions and best practices to the group for discussion, and assessing the impact of legislation and stakeholder feedback on the academic accountability system. TAAG generally meets once a month, and its members are appointed by the Commissioner of Education, serving terms of three to five years.
TAAG members serve as critical advisors in the accountability system development process. TAAG members demonstrate each of the following:
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Expertise in education: Committee members should possess a deep understanding of educational principles, practices, and policies relevant to the A-F accountability system.
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Knowledge of assessment and evaluation: Committee members should be familiar with assessment methods, data analysis, and evaluation techniques.
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Impartiality and fairness: Committee members should demonstrate objectivity and impartiality in their decision-making process, avoiding conflicts of interest.
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Broad understanding of the entire system: Committee members should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and insight that span multiple areas, ensuring their contributions reflect the overall goals and intent for all Texas public schools.
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Communication skills: Committee members should possess strong communication skills that are necessary for effectively articulating decisions, explaining rationales, and facilitating discussions among panel members, as well as Texas educators and additional stakeholders.
For more info on TAAG, please review TAAG Charter 2024-25. If you know someone who brings thoughtful insight, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to improving educational outcomes, consider nominating them. You may submit a nomination using the 2025-2026 TAAG Nomination Form.
2028 A-F Refresh Roadshow
Performance Reporting is excited to invite you to Part Three of the 2028 A-F Refresh Roadshow! Earlier this week, we continued our roadshow with part two of the Refresh Roadshow Series. The session materials (slide deck and recording) will be posted on the Accountability System Development webpage. We are eager to continue the momentum and engage with even more of you throughout the rest of this series!
Our goals during this time are to:
- Raise stakeholder awareness and knowledge
- Support campuses and districts in effective planning
- Garner meaningful public comment
Please note that each part of the series will consist of two sessions, featuring identical content. Use the links below to register for your preferred time and to receive a calendar invite via Zoom. Registration links for Parts 3 and 4 of the series are forthcoming. We hope to see you there! Note: in order to register, users must have or create a free zoom account. Session dates may have changed due to stakeholder feedback and availability. Thank you for your understanding!
Part 3: Proposed Changes to Domain 3, Specific to Campus Ratings in Closing the Gaps
Part 4: Propose Changes to Domain 3, Specific to Results-Driven Accountability Integration
- December 9, 2025
- December 10, 2025
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School and District Comparison Analytics Tool Updated
The School/District Comparison Power BI report is now updated. This report, just one of the Analytics Tools suite on TXschools.gov, can be used to compare up to three schools or districts. Users can toggle to either review Accountability Rating and STAAR performance, or to compare school profile and demographics information.
Here is an example of the performance comparison for three Texas school districts:
 Along with an example of the profile comparison for three Texas school districts:
 TEA - Analytic Tools includes additional tools for stakeholders to analyze performance in a user-friendly and visual format.
FAQs
What are the new course codes for College Preparatory Courses?
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has issued a set of unique course codes for College Preparatory Courses (CPC), derived from submissions received through the College Preparatory Courses for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) application process. School districts are expected to implement these course codes beginning with the 2025–2026 academic year. The adoption of these standardized codes will enhance the Agency’s ability to accurately identify CPC partnerships statewide and to monitor student participation with individual providers.
How does this affect CCMR accountability?
For the class of 2026, school systems can use any course meeting requirements outlined by the district and the IHE(s), so long as the student is enrolled in the course as a 12th grader. Beginning with the class of 2027, only College Prep courses approved by TEA will be allowable for CCMR indicator credit.
Where can I find the list of approved College Prep course providers?
The list is available on TEA’s College Preparatory Courses for CCMR Accountability webpage and will be updated each fall. A course provider application is currently open.
Performance Reporting Bulletin Survey
As many of you know, our weekly bulletin has been a longstanding structure. We would love to get your feedback on what is working and what could be improved. We appreciate you taking a few moments to take the Performance Reporting Bulletin Feedback Fall 2025 survey, which will help us collect data. Thank you!
2028 A-F Refresh Public Feedback
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is gathering public suggestions for improvement to the A-F Accountability System for consideration of inclusion in the 2028 A-F Accountability System refresh. Suggestions can be submitted with the following link: 2028 A-F Refresh Public Feedback, posted to the Accountability System Development webpage.
Improve Performance Reporting Processes and Products
Many of the tools shared in recent bulletins were created and shared based on the feedback received from stakeholders across Texas.
As we work to better serve our stakeholders, if you have suggested enhancements to existing products or processes or new tools that would better meet your needs, please share your ideas through our survey, Suggested Enhancements to Performance Reporting's Products and Processes. We appreciate your feedback as we prepare for the 2025-2026 school year and beyond.
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