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Spring Branch ISD’s Best Elementary and Middle Schools by STAAR Scores 2026
Many Houstonians have a Houston zip code but aren't part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Spring Branch (SBISD) is one such district serving Houstonians but not part of HISD. In SBISD, Spring Branch Academic Institute stands on top [...]
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What to Consider in Choosing a New Houston School
Every child is unique, and families want to make sure they choose the best right school for their child. As such Houston is home to more than 350 private schools [...]
Houston Private School Admissions: A Guide to Applications & Deadlines
Applying to a private school in Houston can feel overwhelming, especially if this is your family’s first time going through the process. Between school visits, entrance exams, essays, recommendations, [...]
Houston ISD’s Best Elementary and Middle Schools by STAAR Scores 2026
West University Elementary, the second best performing elementary school in HISD by STAAR scores T.H. Rogers continues its reign as Houston Independent School District (HISD)'s best elementary and [...]
Houston’s Most Popular, Elite Private Schools of 2026
What are the most popular, elite private schools in Houston? It seems like a simple question, but unlike the voluminous data available about Houston's magnet schools, Houston private schools generally [...]
Academics and Elementary Learning
Spring Branch ISD’s Best Elementary and Middle Schools by STAAR Scores 2026
Many Houstonians have a Houston zip code but aren't part [...]
Announcing our New Student Insight Lesson Analysis Tool
Every parent knows that a homework score rarely tells the [...]
What Executive Function Skills Do Students Struggle With Most?
Over General Academic's 23+ years of supporting Houston students, we [...]
Announcing our Children’s Reading Series the “Pembroke Pups”
At General Academic we are investing heavily in a bespoke [...]
Parent Strategies for Empowering the High-Achieving Student
Securing a coveted spot at a premier Houston private school [...]
Test Prep
ISEE Course Survey Results: Students Understand the Stakes
For Houston students applying to highly competitive private schools—such as [...]
State of Test-Optional College Admissions in Texas for 2026-2027
For Fall 2027, Rice University is test-optional, but recommends sending [...]
ISEE Test Dates in Houston for 2026-2027
The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is the most [...]
Houston Schools
Spring Branch ISD’s Best Elementary and Middle Schools by STAAR Scores 2026
Many Houstonians have a Houston zip code but aren't part [...]
What to Consider in Choosing a New Houston School
Every child is unique, and families want to make sure [...]
Houston Private School Admissions: A Guide to Applications & Deadlines
Applying to a private school in Houston can feel [...]
College Counseling
Is Automatic Admission Good Enough? A Closer Look at UT Austin and Texas A&M
Applications for Fall 2027 entry open August 1, and UT [...]
State of Test-Optional College Admissions in Texas for 2026-2027
For Fall 2027, Rice University is test-optional, but recommends sending [...]
What is Texas Free College Application Week and Why Does It Matter?
The second ever Texas Free College Application Week is October [...]