SAT scores for 2015 were released Sept. 30, and BISD’s composite score of 1453 for critical reading, mathematics and writing is higher than the state average of 1410. Average scores on the individual portions of the tests were:

• Critical Reading – BISD scored 485 as compared to the state average at 470;
• Mathematics – BISD scored 500 as compared to the state average at 486; and
• Writing – BISD scored 468 as compared to the state average at 454.

A total of 705 BISD seniors took the SAT at some point in high school.

“I am proud of our seniors for scoring above the state average in 2015,” said Superintendent Dr. Darrell G. Brown. “The District is committed to continuous improvement and the advancement of our students. To improve the college readiness of our students, BISD will continue to implement strategies to improve curriculum in our pre-advanced placement, advanced placement and core classes.”