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#526 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 6% in state

Academy H S

High School · PLANO ISD

1701 ALMA RD, Plano, TX 75075

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Plano

#5 of 66

public schools

Texas high schools

#98 of 1,699

In district

#5 of 71

PLANO ISD

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Academy H S

Academy H S is a public high school in Plano, TX, part of the PLANO ISD. The school serves approximately 298 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.9th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math and 90% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,517, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Overall Proficiency72%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness6.6Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,203

Academy H S — Students at Academy H S score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 48.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.8%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
82%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Academy H S Compares

See how Academy H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in TX
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Location

1701 ALMA RD, Plano, TX 75075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PLANO SR H S (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HARRINGTON EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SIGLER EL Plano 0.6 mi 6.8
HARRINGTON EL Plano 0.8 mi 7.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTH PLANO Plano 0.8 mi
WIND ROSE ACADEMY Plano 1.0 mi 6.0
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plano 1.0 mi 7.6
LEGACY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY PLANO Dallas 1.1 mi 5.0
MESSIAH LUTHERAN LAMBS EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Plano 1.2 mi
WILSON MIDDLE Plano 1.1 mi 6.2
SHEPARD EL Plano 1.3 mi 7.4
MENDENHALL EL Plano 1.4 mi 4.8
VINES H S Plano 1.4 mi 6.9
CHRISTIE EL Plano 1.7 mi 5.1
AMEEN ACADEMY Plano 1.7 mi 5.0
CARPENTER MIDDLE Plano 1.9 mi 6.0
NORTH DALLAS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Richardson 1.9 mi 5.6
DAVIS EL Plano 1.7 mi 5.9
ALDRIDGE EL Richardson 2.0 mi 6.7
WILLIAMS H S Plano 1.7 mi 7.0
HAGGARD MIDDLE Plano 1.9 mi 4.0
PLANO SR H S Plano 1.9 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,517

Median Home Value

$390,400

Median Rent

$1,653/mo

Population

38,041

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

58.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

40

Community Profile

The community surrounding Academy H S has a median household income of $91,517. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $390,400, with a median rent of $1,653/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BANGS H S Bangs, TX 8.5
COMFORT H S Comfort, TX 8.5
GUNTER H S Gunter, TX 8.5
HIGHLAND PARK H S Amarillo, TX 8.5
PANHANDLE H S Panhandle, TX 8.5
RIO VISTA H S Rio Vista, TX 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy H S

What grades does Academy H S serve?

Academy H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Academy H S?

Academy H S has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy H S is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Academy H S rank in TX?

Academy H S is ranked #526 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Academy H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy H S has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Academy H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Academy H S has 48.3% math proficiency and 89.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Academy H S a charter school?

No, Academy H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Academy H S a Title I school?

No, Academy H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy H S?

19.5% of students at Academy H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,621/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plano). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Collin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

PLANO ISD
District Enrollment
47,899
Schools in District
77
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,384
District Rank
#5 of 71

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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