According to the update, four schools exited Comprehensive Support & Improvement (CSI) status tied to graduation rate, 55 schools exited TSI, and 43 CSI-identified schools were recognized for progress toward improvement. State leaders say the numbers reflect momentum in schools working to raise achievement, strengthen supports, and improve long-term outcomes for students.

“When we stay focused on students, real progress is possible,” said State School Superintendent Richard Woods, noting that sustained improvement efforts can translate into better performance, stronger graduation outcomes, and more opportunities for students after high school.

The federal identification process is part of accountability requirements that help states highlight campuses needing additional support. Schools may be identified for CSI based on factors such as graduation rate or overall performance, while TSI identification typically targets schools where specific student groups are consistently underperforming. Schools can exit these designations by demonstrating improvement over time and meeting established benchmarks.

Local check for Northwest Georgia: The newly released 2024–25 TSI list does not include any schools from Chattooga County Schools or Trion City Schools, meaning neither local system appears on the current roster. Nearby Northwest Georgia systems and communities do have schools included, underscoring that challenges and progress vary widely from district to district. Nearby Northwest Georgia systems that do appear include Murray County (Eton Elementary School), Walker County (Rossville Elementary School), and Rome City (Main Elementary, Rome Middle).

School leaders across the region often emphasize that exiting identification is not a finish line, but a sign that strategies—such as targeted tutoring, stronger attendance initiatives, improved literacy and math supports, and expanded student services—are helping move the needle. For families, the updated lists provide a snapshot of where additional resources are being directed and where improvement efforts are producing measurable results.