High schools play a huge role in preparing students for college. But should those same high schools be punished if graduates fail to succeed in college? That is a question the Texas State Department of Education is debating in a new proposal that would modify the ratings system to reflect how graduates fair in college.

Texas Education Agency spokeswoman DeEtta Culbertson says the plan is meant to help improve students’ preparation for college.

College success is determined by a number of different factors. A student’s temperment, the environment of the college or university, financial pressures and family expectations are all factors that can affect a students success. High school preparation is certainly important, but it is not the only thing to be considered. Would relying on college performance to rate high schools put those schools at an unfair disadvantage? Will students then have the option of choosing another school to attend if their assigned school rates lower? How will colleges view low-rating schools? Should other states adopt such a practice? Do you see a program like this helping or hurting your school? Please share your thoughts. Read more about the plan to rate high schools based on graduates success in college.