Mt. Vernon ISD

What Mt. Vernon ISD does

Mt. Vernon Independent School District (Mt. Vernon ISD) is a public K-12 school district and Texas government entity serving approximately 1,589 enrolled students in Mount Vernon, Franklin County, Texas, across three campuses: Mount Vernon Elementary School (K-5), Mount Vernon Middle School (grades 6-8), and Mount Vernon High School (grades 9-12). The district delivers comprehensive general education, special education, Gifted and Talented, English Learner services, Career and Technical Education, athletics (11 sports grades 7-12), 44 clubs and co-curricular activities, health services with licensed nurses, food services, and counseling. Reported outcomes include a 99% graduation rate and 87% college enrollment rate for the class of 2024, with 13 languages spoken by the student body indicating notable demographic diversity.

The district's technology stack is built on third-party SaaS platforms rather than proprietary systems: Ascender (Texas Computer Cooperative) serves as the Student Information System with separate Parent, Student, Teacher, and Employee Portals; ParentSquare handles district-wide family communication; Clever provides single sign-on across multiple applications; Google Workspace for Education supports email, classroom, and file storage; Frontline manages time and attendance; SchoolDude handles facilities and IT work orders; Eduphoria supports workflow and lesson planning; and STOPit enables anonymous safety reporting. Academic platforms include IXL, Renaissance Accelerated Reader, Progress Learning, Discovery Education, EPIC, and Follett Destiny library catalog. PayK12 handles online athletic ticketing.

Mt. Vernon ISD is funded through a three-stream public education funding model: (1) state Foundation School Program allocations from the Texas Education Agency based on average daily attendance and weighted funding for special programs (Special Education, Bilingual/ESL, CTE, Gifted and Talented), (2) federal Title I, II, and III grants, and (3) local property taxes split between maintenance and operations (M&O) and interest and sinking (I&S). The district generates nominal fee revenue from athletics participation, extracurricular activities, facility rentals, and summer meal programs. Public education services are provided tuition-free to enrolled students per the Texas Education Code. Governance is exercised through an elected board of trustees with policy oversight provided by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and accreditation from the Texas Education Agency.

Name

Mt. Vernon ISD

Legal name

Mount Vernon Independent School District

Website

https://mtvernonisd.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2026

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (611710), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ), District Student Services Administration (Special Ed, Counseling, Health) (EDADABAJ), Specialized Instruction & Resource Support (Inclusion, Pull-Out, Co-Teaching) (EDAJAKAC)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• School district services
• Special education programs
• Career technical education
• Athletics and activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Mount Vernon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. State Funding: Primary funding from Texas Education Agency based on average daily attendance and weighted funding formulas for special programs including Special Education, Bilingual/ESL, Career & Technical Education, and Gifted & Talented education.
2. Federal Funding: Federal Title I, Title II, Title III funding and other federal grants for specific educational programs and initiatives.
3. Local Property Taxes: Local maintenance and operations (M&O) and interest and sinking (I&S) property taxes collected from district residents.
4. Extracurricular Fees: Fees for athletics, band, and other extracurricular activities; summer meal programs; facility rental fees.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mt. Vernon ISD is a public K-12 school district delivering comprehensive educational services across three campuses: Elementary (K-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), and High School (grades 9-12), serving approximately 1,589 students. Core offerings include general academic instruction, 11 UIL-sanctioned athletic programs, 44 clubs and co-curricular activities, Career & Technical Education, dual credit courses, Gifted & Talented and English Learner services, special education, health services, food services, and the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment program for teacher compensation.

Product overview

Mt. Vernon ISD is a public K-12 school district offering comprehensive educational services across three campuses: Mount Vernon Elementary School (K-5), Mount Vernon Middle School (grades 6-8), and Mount Vernon High School (grades 9-12), serving approximately 1,589 currently enrolled students. The district provides a unified educational offering centered on core academic instruction, supplemented by 11 athletic programs, 44 clubs and co-curricular activities, and specialized programs including Gifted and Talented, English Learner services, and Career and Technical Education. The district operates multiple technology platforms for educational delivery and district operations: the Ascender Student Information System (SIS) for enrollment and academic management, ParentSquare for parent-school communication, STOPit for anonymous safety reporting, and various digital learning tools (IXL, Renaissance, Progress Learning, Discovery Education). Supporting services include health services, food services, transportation, and the Teacher Incentive Allotment program for educator compensation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-12 Public Education Services Comprehensive K-12 educational services delivered across three campuses: Mount Vernon Elementary School (K-5), Mount Vernon Middle School (grades 6-8), and Mount Vernon High School (grades 9-12), serving approximately 1,589 currently enrolled students with general academic instruction, special programs, and student support services.
• Mount Vernon Elementary School Elementary campus serving grades K-5 with foundational academic instruction, Pre-K program, developmental support, and age-appropriate enrichment activities including elementary athletics and specials (PE, Art, Music). Located at 501 TX-37, Mount Vernon, TX 75457.
• Mount Vernon Middle School Middle school campus serving grades 6-8, providing academic instruction, athletics, clubs, and social-emotional learning programs to adolescent learners transitioning to more rigorous academics.
• Mount Vernon High School High school campus serving grades 9-12, offering academic courses, EOC preparation, dual credit opportunities, Career & Technical Education, UIL athletics, and college/career readiness programs.
• Athletics Program Comprehensive athletics program offering 11 UIL-sanctioned sports for grades 7-12, including baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, powerlifting, soccer, softball, tennis, track, and volleyball, plus cheerleading.
• Clubs and Co-Curricular Activities Student enrichment program offering 44 clubs and co-curricular activities beyond athletics for enrolled students.
• Food Services School nutrition program including breakfast and lunch services, free summer meals at elementary campus in June, and ongoing cafeteria operations across all three campuses.
• Health Services School health services staffed by licensed nurses at each campus, including medication administration, health screenings, chronic condition monitoring, and mental health counseling services.
• SB12 Parental Consent Services Health and mental health-related services delivered under Texas SB12 parental consent requirements, including counseling, screenings, and student wellness programs.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career and technical education programs aligned with state standards and nondiscrimination policies, with related annual public notification posting.
• Gifted and Talented (GT) Program Specialized GT program providing enrichment and differentiated instruction for identified gifted and talented students, with formal nomination and eligibility processes.
• English Learner Services English language learning support and resources for English Learner students, with family engagement resources coordinated through Region 8 Education Service Center.
• STAAR Assessment Preparation State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) preparation program for grades 3-8 and high school End-of-Course exams in reading, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• PSAT/NMSQT Testing Administration College Board PSAT/NMSQT administration for grades 10-11, typically held each October.
• Athletics Ticket Sales Online ticket purchasing for athletic events via the PayK12 platform at Mount Vernon High School.
• Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Program Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment pathways enabling teachers to earn Recognized, Exemplary, or Master designations with additional compensation ranging from $6,000 to $23,000 based on campus level.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% Graduation Rate (Class of 2024)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration28 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and standard.

• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationParentSquare is the district's primary family communication platform used for district-wide announcements, school updates, emergency notifications, and two-way messaging between teachers/schools and parents. Available via web and mobile app.
• Ascender (Texas Computer Cooperative)coreTechnology or IntegrationAscender provides the district's student information system (SIS) including ParentPortal for family access to grades and enrollment, TeacherPortal for educators, EmployeePortal for staff, and StudentPortal for students.
• ClevercoreTechnology or IntegrationSingle sign-on (SSO) platform enabling students and staff to access multiple educational applications through one login credential system.
• Google Workspace for EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationGoogle Gmail, Classroom, and Drive platforms used for district email communication, classroom instruction, assignment management, and file storage.
• STOPit SolutionscoreTechnology or IntegrationAnonymous reporting system enabling students, staff, and community members to report bullying, safety concerns, and other issues through mobile app, web portal, and phone tip line. Critical component of school safety protocol.
• Frontline EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationTime and attendance tracking system (formerly VeriTime) for district employees to clock in/out and manage work schedules.
• SchoolDudestandardTechnology or IntegrationFacilities management platform for maintenance requests, technology (IT) support tickets, and field trip requests submitted by staff.
• EduphoriastandardTechnology or IntegrationWorkflow management and academic platform used by teachers and administrators for lesson planning, assessments, and educational data management.
• Eduhero (Region 6 ESC)standardTechnology or IntegrationProfessional development and training platform for district staff continuing education and professional growth courses.
• Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-mandated partner providing school safety resources, behavioral health information, bullying prevention guidance, fentanyl education curriculum, and safety best practices for Texas schools.
• Region 8 ESCstandardStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational Service Center providing resources and support for English Learner programs, family engagement, and Title III services.
• UIL (University Interscholastic League)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState organization sanctioning and governing extracurricular academic, athletic, and music competitions including football, basketball, baseball, softball, track, golf, tennis, and other sports.
• TASB (Texas Association of School Boards)standardStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing board policy manual (Policy Online), policy development resources, and governance support for the district school board.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Texas K12 Inc. (Stride): Online K-12 education provider operating as a Texas virtual school and partially as a charter operator. While not a direct competitor to Mt. Vernon ISD's brick-and-mortar model, they represent a broader incumbent in Texas K-12 education that competes for funding allocations and student enrollment, particularly through online learning programs.

Direct peers

• Winnsboro ISD: Small East Texas ISD in Wood County serving a similar rural, community-anchored population. Overlapping feeder pattern for extracurriculars and college readiness programs; directly comparable on per-pupil funding and CTE program design.
• Yantis ISD: Small rural Wood County ISD with a K-12 single-campus or two-campus model. Comparable on weighted funding exposure to GT/CTE/special education and similar use of Ascender SIS and ParentSquare family communication.
• Sulphur Springs ISD: Larger but geographically proximate East Texas district, located in Hopkins County. Same Texas Education Agency region, similar rural-suburban student mix, and contested geographic enrollment boundary. Useful for peer benchmarking on graduation and college enrollment outcomes.
• Mount Pleasant ISD: Neighboring East Texas ISD of comparable size and rural character. Both districts compete directly for open-enrollment students within Franklin and Titus counties and share UIL athletic alignments. Direct operational and demographic comparison.
• Como-Pickton CISD: Small Hopkins County CISD bordering Mt. Vernon ISD's enrollment zone. Similar size (under 1,000 students) and same Texas Education Service Center region (Region 8). Comparable on Title III, English Learner service delivery, and small-district funding formulas.
• Pittsburg ISD: Camp County ISD of similar rural character in East Texas. Shares UIL district alignment with Mt. Vernon ISD and a comparable student demographic profile. Used for direct peer benchmarking on Texas accountability ratings.

Others

• Texas Education Agency (TEA): State regulatory and funding authority governing all Texas ISDs. Not a true peer but the structural counterparty that sets accreditation standards, accountability ratings, and the funding formulas that determine Mt. Vernon ISD's revenue. Critical contextual relationship.
• Region 8 Education Service Center: Shared-service ESC providing English Learner, Title III, and family engagement services to Mt. Vernon ISD. Indirect peer in that ESC services represent a scaling model for small districts; relevant for benchmarking service delivery and cost structure.

Emerging players

• Responsive Education Solutions (iUniversity Prep): Texas-based charter school operator that has historically expanded into rural and suburban markets. Competitive threat if state policy expands charter school access in East Texas, potentially eroding Mt. Vernon ISD's enrollment base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Mt.VernonISD
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mt.-vernon-isd

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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