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Enrollment in public education continues to decline across Texas, state data shows
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · As published by ABC13 Houston
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this trend can be found through ABC13 Houston, which has reported on the decline in public education enrollment.
Enrollment in public education is on a downward trend in Texas, according to state data. This decline is a notable development in the state's education sector.
Further information on this trend can be found through ABC13 Houston , which has reported on the decline in public education enrollment.
For more details on the decline in enrollment, readers can refer to the state data and reporting by ABC13 Houston.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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