Alvin, Friendswood and Pearland ISDs have competitive teacher salaries and retention rates. The districts differ in their enrollments and amounts of economically disadvantaged students and English language learners.

Friendswood and Pearland ISDs have seen relatively static enrollment over the last two years, while Alvin ISD has experienced significant growth. All three districts have nearly 90% retention rates for teachers. Starting teacher salaries are also comparable between the three districts. All three superintendents make over $200,000 a year. Each local district has a lower percentage of economically disadvantaged students and English language learners than the state average.