What Taylor ISD does

Taylor Independent School District (Taylor ISD) is a public K-12 school district and political subdivision of the State of Texas, serving nearly 3,000 students across seven campuses in Taylor, Williamson County, Texas: Taylor High School, Legacy Early College High School (a dual-credit partnership with Temple College), Taylor Middle School, Main Street Elementary, Naomi Pasemann Elementary, T.H. Johnson Elementary, and the Taylor Opportunity Center. The district offers Pre-K through Grade 12 instruction with a portfolio that includes 10 Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, an Electronics Technology Pathway co-developed with Samsung Austin Semiconductor, fine arts, athletics, special education, and a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) intervention framework.

The district's technology stack is composed of third-party ed-tools rather than proprietary systems: ClassLink for single sign-on, Eduphoria for online testing, Edgenuity for credit recovery and online courses, HMH Online for instructional resources, and supplemental ELL/reading platforms (Project ELL, Raz-Kids Plus, Fast ForWord, DreamBox). Frontline powers the online enrollment portal, and ParentSquare serves as the parent communication platform. No proprietary technology or AI/ML capability is disclosed.

Revenue is sourced from a diversified public funding base: state per-pupil allocation tied to average daily attendance, local property taxes (M&O and I&S at approximately $1.06 per $100 valuation), a Chapter 313 agreement with Samsung that provides annual payments not subject to state recapture, federal ESSER and Title I grants, voter-approved bonds (the 2022 bond is nearing completion and a $147M 2025 bond was approved for facilities, STEM, safety, and transportation), and corporate/foundation donations (Samsung $1M plus $110K PLTW, Gemini $100K, TEE Foundation $54K+, W.D. Kelley Foundation). Education is tuition-free for in-district students; the district runs a sales-led enrollment motion through campus registrars, the district office, and an online portal, with out-of-district transfer options. The Board-approved 2025-2026 operating budget is $43.8M, governed by an elected Board of Trustees led by President Marco Ortiz and Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Garcia-Edwardsen.

Name

Taylor ISD

Legal name

Taylor Independent School District

Website

https://taylorisd.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Taylor Independent School District is a public K-12 school district in Taylor, Texas, serving nearly 3,000 students across seven campuses with comprehensive academic, CTE, dual-credit, and early college programs funded by state allocation, local property taxes, and corporate partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Alternative, Continuation & Credit-Recovery Schools (EDAJAAAG)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Early college programs
• Career technical education
• Dual enrollment pathways
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Taylor

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. State Funding (Per-Pupil Allocation): Taylor ISD receives state funding based on average daily attendance. The Texas Education Agency distributes funds according to district size and student characteristics.
2. Local Property Taxes (M&O and I&S): Local maintenance and operations (M&O) taxes fund day-to-day operations, while interest and sinking (I&S) taxes repay bonded debt. The current tax rate is approximately $1.06.
3. Corporate Partnerships (Chapter 313 Agreements): Chapter 313 agreements with corporations like Samsung provide direct funding for operations, staff salaries, classroom supplies, utilities, and transportation. These annual payments are local revenue not subject to state recapture.
4. Bond Proceeds: Voter-approved bonds fund capital improvements, facility construction, and technology infrastructure. The 2022 bond was for facility upgrades; the proposed 2025 bond is $147 million for facilities, safety, STEM spaces, transportation, and infrastructure.
5. Federal Grants (ESSER, Title I, etc.): Federal funding through Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) and other programs supports specific initiatives and COVID-19 recovery efforts.
6. Donations and Grants: Corporate donations (Samsung $1M, Samsung $110K PLTW, Gemini $100K, W.D. Kelley Foundation), TEE Foundation grants ($54,000+ awarded), and other community contributions support specific programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Taylor ISD is a public K-12 school district operating seven campuses in Taylor, Texas, serving nearly 3,000 students from Pre-K through grade 12. The district delivers comprehensive educational services including college preparatory academics, 10 Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, Early College High School dual-credit programming through Temple College, special education, fine arts, and athletics, funded through state allocations, local property taxes, federal grants, and corporate partnerships.

Product overview

Taylor ISD is a public school district offering a comprehensive K-12 educational platform through seven campuses: Taylor High School, Legacy Early College High School, Taylor Middle School, Main Street Elementary, Naomi Pasemann Elementary, T.H. Johnson Elementary, and Taylor Opportunity Center. The district provides academic programs including CTE pathways (10 career pathways), special education services, fine arts, athletics, and early childhood education. Legacy ECHS enables students to earn college credits while in high school. The district also offers administrative services including online student enrollment, parent portals for grade/attendance tracking, and summer meal programs. Taylor ISD is structured as a traditional public school district, not a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Taylor High School Taylor High School (THS) provides grades 9-12 education with college-preparatory curriculum, athletics, fine arts, and CTE pathways including auto technology, culinary arts, and electronics technology in partnership with Samsung.
• Legacy Early College High School (ECHS) Legacy ECHS allows students to earn an associate degree or up to 60 college credit hours while completing high school requirements, partnered with Temple College.
• Taylor Middle School Taylor Middle School (TMS) serves grades 6-8 with academic curriculum, STEM programs, fine arts, athletics, and UIL academic competitions.
• Main Street Elementary Main Street Elementary (MSE) provides Pre-K through grade 5 education with focus on foundational academics, STEM experiences, and early intervention programs.
• Naomi Pasemann Elementary Naomi Pasemann Elementary (NPE) serves Pre-K through grade 5 with comprehensive academic programs and special education services.
• T.H. Johnson Elementary T.H. Johnson Elementary (THJ) provides Pre-K through grade 5 education with emphasis on reading proficiency, math interventions, and Gifted & Talented programs.
• Taylor Opportunity Center Taylor Opportunity Center provides alternative education programs for students needing flexible learning arrangements or credit recovery.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways Taylor ISD offers 10 CTE pathways including auto technology, culinary arts, healthcare, veterinary sciences, welding, electronics technology (Samsung partnership), and more, preparing students for careers or college.
• Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 Programs Early childhood education programs with PK3 available as half-day and PK4 as full-day options for qualifying families.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education services including dyslexia support, 504 accommodations, delayed or denied evaluations support, and compensatory services.
• Fine Arts Programs Fine arts education including band, color guard, visual arts, theater, and dance introduced at elementary level with opportunities continuing through high school.
• Athletics Program Athletic programs including football, basketball, baseball, softball, tennis, soccer, track and field, with UIL competition and partnership with 98.5 KRXT for broadcasting.

Quantifiable outcome

• 86% College, Career, and Military Readiness rate
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• 98.5 KRXT (Cowboy Broadcasting Network)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 May 202598.5 KRXT broadcasts Taylor Ducks varsity sports including football, basketball, baseball, softball, and band performances. The partnership expands community access to athletics with over 63,000 downloads, 155,000 monthly website visits, and 200,000 social media interactions. Local businesses can sponsor broadcasts.
• Samsung Austin SemiconductorflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2023Samsung Austin Semiconductor has partnered with Taylor ISD through multiple initiatives including a $1 million donation to outfit the Career and Technical Education (CTE) wing at Taylor High School, a $110,000 donation to fund the Project Lead the Way pre-engineering program for grades 4-6, summer internship programs for students, cultural enrichment programs, and collaboration on an Electronics Technology Pathway specifically designed to prepare students for careers in the semiconductor industry. Samsung's $16 billion semiconductor facility is driving significant population growth in Taylor, TX.
• Temple CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTemple College partners with Taylor ISD to operate Legacy Early College High School, allowing students to graduate high school with an Associate Degree or up to 60 college credit hours. This partnership provides a direct pathway to higher education while reducing college costs for families.
• Taylor Educational Enrichment Foundation (TEE Foundation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe TEE Foundation provides grant funding to support educational initiatives that enhance classroom work. In 2025, over $54,000 in grants were awarded to teachers for various programs including STEM initiatives, fine arts, and student enrichment activities.
• Project Lead the Way (PLTW)coreTechnology or IntegrationPLTW provides a pre-engineering discovery program for students in grades 4, 5, and 6, empowering students with a design-thinking mindset through hands-on activities in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. Funded by Samsung donation.
• University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership allows Taylor ISD staff to earn their bachelor's degree through UMHB, supporting the district's grow-your-own teacher pipeline initiative and Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program.
• Guzman AutomotiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal automotive business partner providing on-the-job training and experience for Taylor High School CTE student Isaac Perez, who completed 10 auto certifications through the program and now works full-time at the business.
• Communities in SchoolscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCommunities in Schools program successfully implemented at Taylor ISD to provide integrated student support services, helping keep students in school and on track for graduation.
• Impact CounselingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMOU partnership providing counseling services to support student mental health and well-being within the school district.
• Texas State Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCTE partnership providing additional pathway opportunities for students pursuing technical careers and college credits in various technical fields.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Pflugerville ISD: Nearby Austin-metro public K-12 district comparable in scale and growth profile, with extensive CTE pathways and a similar reliance on local property tax and state per-pupil funding.
• Georgetown ISD: Williamson County, TX public K-12 district comparable in size and demographic trajectory, operating with similar Texas school-finance dynamics and bond-funded capital programs.
• Hutto ISD: Neighboring Williamson County, TX public K-12 district with similar size (~2,000-3,000 students historically, now larger), facing comparable demographic growth and CTE/industry-aligned program design.
• Manor ISD: Fast-growing Austin-metro public K-12 district of similar scale with comparable enrollment growth, CTE offerings, and reliance on state and local funding formulas.
• Liberty Hill ISD: A fast-growing public K-12 district in Williamson County, TX experiencing similar residential and enrollment expansion pressures driven by the same Austin metro/Samsung-adjacent growth corridor, and operating a comparable bond-and-build expansion playbook.
• Bryan ISD: Mid-size Texas public K-12 district with similar student count, multi-campus footprint, and CTE pathway structure, operating under the same TEA accountability and FIRST rating framework.

Emerging players

• Temple College: Two-year community college partner operating Taylor ISD's Legacy ECHS; comparable as a junior-college educational provider serving the same regional student base and aligned with the district's college-credit pathway strategy.
• Texas State Technical College: Public technical college with CTE partnerships similar to Taylor ISD's, competing for the same dual-credit and technical-career students in Texas and offering comparable industry-aligned credentialing.

Broad incumbents

• KIPP Texas Public Schools: Largest charter network in Texas serving similar K-12 populations in Central Texas; competes for the same students and talent pool, providing a charter alternative within the same regional market.

Others

• Samsung Austin Semiconductor: Strategic corporate partner and primary economic engine behind Taylor ISD's CTE semiconductor pathway, $1M+ in CTE donations, internships, and the population growth that drives the district's enrollment outlook.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/taylorducks
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@taylorisdvideos1351
• Facebookfacebook.com/taylorisdducks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/taylor-isd
• Instagraminstagram.com/taylorducks/?scrlybrkr=4d5b3523

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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