Round Rock ISD has earned an ‘A’ on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas for the 2024–25 school year.
With final official ratings announced by the state in November, the FIRST results highlight the district’s sound financial practices and fiscal management.
“Round Rock ISD’s finance team continues to show that they are among the best,” said Superintendent Hafedh Azaiez. “Their hard work means that our district has earned an exemplary reputation throughout the state. This rating is a testament to the talent of our experienced and dedicated team, who go above and beyond for our students and staff.”
The FIRST ratings were implemented in 2002–03 as a method to rate the financial performance of school districts. The district’s finance team has earned the state’s highest possible FIRST rating for 21 of the past 22 years.
Districts are rated on a point system calculated using 21 financial indicators, such as administrative costs, cash and investments, tax collections, fund balance, debt management, capital projects and staff levels. Round Rock ISD earned 96 points out of a possible 100.
Districts are also required to undergo annual financial audits by an external auditor who must note any financial vulnerabilities or weaknesses in internal controls.
School systems are assigned letter grades of A, B, C or F, along with a financial management rating: Superior Achievement, Above Standard Achievement, Meets Standard Achievement or Substandard Achievement.