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Austin ISD proposes immediate closure of Paredes Middle School
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Katie Pratt , FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Just weeks before the start of the school year, Austin ISD leaders are proposing the immediate closure of Paredes Middle School after the campus received its fourth consecutive "F" grade under state preliminary accountability ratings.
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The proposed closure of Paredes Middle School has significant implications for Westlake families who rely on Austin ISD schools. As the new school year approaches, parents are faced with uncertainty about where their children will attend classes. The immediate closure would likely require students to be reassigned to other nearby middle schools, potentially affecting enrollment numbers and classroom sizes in those schools. This could have a ripple effect on the overall quality of education in the area, as schools adjust to accommodate the influx of new students. The closure also raises questions about the future of the Paredes Middle School campus and how it will be utilized if the proposal is approved. With the start of the school year just weeks away, Austin ISD leaders must quickly develop a plan to ensure a smooth transition for affected students and families.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Just weeks before the start of the school year, Austin ISD leaders are proposing the immediate closure of Paredes Middle School after the campus received its fourth consecutive "F" grade under state preliminary accountability ratings.
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