Public education in Texas is managed by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), which oversees public schools and ensures compliance with state laws. The system includes elementary, middle, and high schools, serving millions of students across diverse communities. Funding primarily comes from local property taxes, state funding, and federal grants. Texas public schools follow the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) curriculum, which outlines the educational standards for each grade level. The state emphasizes accountability through standardized testing, such as the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR), to measure student performance and school effectiveness.