Donna Independent School District

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Donna Independent School District
Address
904 Hester Ave
Donna
, Texas , 78537
United States
District information
GradesPK–12 [1]
Schools21 [1]
NCES District ID 4817390 [1]
Students and staff
Students13,131 (2023–2024) [1]
Teachers901.19 (on an FTE basis) [1]
Student–teacher ratio14.57:1 [1]
Other information
Website www.donnaisd.net OOjs UI icon edit-ltr-progressive.svg

Donna Independent School District (ISD) is a public school district headquartered in Donna, Texas, U.S.. The district also serves the communities of Scissors and South Alamo, along with portions of Alamo, Midway North, and Midway South. [2]

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Leadership and district development

Dr. Angela Dominguez has served as superintendent of Donna ISD since October 2021 and is the first woman to hold that role in the district’s history. [3] In 2025, she was named Region One Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). [4] Under her leadership, the district has implemented a multi-year strategic plan focused on college, career, and military readiness; literacy; and instructional innovation.

Academics and performance

As of the 2023–24 school year, Donna ISD serves approximately 13,131 students across 21 campuses. [1] According to the Texas Tribune’s *Texas Public Schools* database: [5]

According to the Texas Education Agency’s 2024 accountability report, Donna ISD earned:

Over time, Donna ISD has been involved in various legal disputes and administrative investigations. These included allegations of improper fund use in the mid-2000s and legal challenges involving former administrators. The Texas Education Agency reviewed financial practices and found irregularities in federal fund management but no criminal charges against current staff. A former board president was sentenced in 2011 in connection with a bribery scheme. These events are noted here for historical completeness; all cases have since been resolved.

Schools

High schools (Grades 9–12)

Middle schools (Grades 6–8)

Elementary schools (Grades PK–5)

Alternative / special programs

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Search for Public School Districts – District Detail for DONNA ISD". National Center for Education Statistics . Institute of Education Sciences . Retrieved October 12, 2025.
  2. "2020 Census School District Reference Map: Hidalgo County, TX" (PDF). U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved October 12, 2025.
  3. "Superintendent's Page – Donna ISD". Donna Independent School District. Retrieved October 12, 2025.
  4. "Donna ISD Named Region One Superintendent of the Year". Donna Independent School District. Retrieved October 12, 2025.
  5. "Donna ISD – Texas Public Schools". The Texas Tribune. Retrieved October 12, 2025.
  6. "Donna ISD Accountability Overview". Texas Education Agency. Retrieved October 12, 2025.