Below Average
#6599 of 8,552 schools in TX
Evolution Academy Houston
High School · EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
1101 S SHERMAN ST, Richardson, TX 75081
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,599 of 8,552
In Richardson
#28 of 35
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Evolution Academy Houston
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About Evolution Academy Houston
Evolution Academy Houston is a public high school in Richardson, TX, part of EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Evolution Academy Houston serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Evolution Academy Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,599 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Evolution Academy Houston show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Evolution Academy Houston sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Evolution Academy Houston runs 27:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Evolution Academy Houston is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Evolution Academy Houston — Students at Evolution Academy Houston score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Evolution Academy Houston Compares
See how Evolution Academy Houston performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1101 S SHERMAN ST, Richardson, TX 75081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evolution Academy Houston may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CARL WUNSCHE SR H S (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is KLEIN COLLINS H S (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Klein), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRASSATI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Spring), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richardson, see our Richardson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SST SPRING San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST EDWARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spring | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Spring | 1.0 mi | — |
| HAUDE EL Klein | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| KREINHOP EL Klein | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SCHINDEWOLF INT Klein | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SPRING BAPTIST ACADEMY Spring | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| KLEIN COLLINS H S Klein | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| SPRING H S Spring | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| CARL WUNSCHE SR H S Spring | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LEMM EL Klein | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GINGER MCNABB EL Spring | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SPRING KLEIN Spring | 2.0 mi | — |
| SALYERS EL Spring | 2.2 mi | 1.9 |
| ROTH EL Klein | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SPRINGWOODS VILLAGE MIDDLE Houston | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| FOX EL Klein | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ZWINK EL Klein | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHGATE EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Spring | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,953
Median Home Value
$340,600
Median Rent
$1,765/mo
Population
36,065
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
35.3
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| PAUL A BROWN ALTERNATIVE CENTER Beaumont, TX | 4.8 |
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| WINTERS H S Winters, TX | 4.8 |
| THE ACADEMY OF VIOLA DEWALT H S La Porte, TX | 4.7 |
| K E KAUFMAN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Klein, TX | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evolution Academy Houston
What grades does Evolution Academy Houston serve?
Evolution Academy Houston serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Evolution Academy Houston?
Evolution Academy Houston has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evolution Academy Houston?
The student-teacher ratio at Evolution Academy Houston is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evolution Academy Houston rank in TX?
Evolution Academy Houston ranks #6,599 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Evolution Academy Houston's MySchoolScout rating?
Evolution Academy Houston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Evolution Academy Houston?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evolution Academy Houston has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Evolution Academy Houston a charter school?
Yes, Evolution Academy Houston is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Evolution Academy Houston a Title I school?
No, Evolution Academy Houston is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evolution Academy Houston?
70.8% of students at Evolution Academy Houston qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.6%
- Phone
- (972) 907-3755
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 678
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,621
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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