The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is retaining its most effective teachers, those who demonstrate the greatest positive impact on students. Retaining the most effective teachers is an important step in giving all students consistent, strong
classroom instruction.
Data from the 2024–2025 school year shows a clear connection between teacher performance and retention: as teacher performance increases, so does the likelihood that a teacher will return to serve HISD students.
“We’re encouraged to see that so many of our most effective teachers are choosing to continue their work in HISD classrooms,” said HISD Superintendent Mike Miles. “We’re investing in our teachers because when instruction is at its best, students do their best.”
Key findings from the 2024–2025 teacher reten