Turkey-Quitaque Independent School District

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Turkey-Quitaque Independent School District is a public school district based in Turkey, Texas (USA). Located mostly in Hall County, the district extends into portions of Briscoe, Floyd, and Motley Counties, and serves the communities of Turkey and Quitaque. The district operates one school Valley School. In 2011, the district was rated "Recognized" by the Texas Education Agency. [1]

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References

  1. "2011 Accountability Rating System". Texas Education Agency. Archived from the original on 2012-06-28.