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#3998 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 47% in state
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec
High School · TEMPLE ISD
300 S 27TH ST, Temple, TX 76504
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,998 of 8,552
In Temple
#6 of 22
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
TEMPLE ISD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Fred W Edwards Academy Aec
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec is a public high school in Temple, TX, part of TEMPLE ISD. Fred W Edwards Academy Aec serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fred W Edwards Academy Aec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,998 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Fred W Edwards Academy Aec show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Fred W Edwards Academy Aec is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Fred W Edwards Academy Aec — Students at Fred W Edwards Academy Aec score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.5/10.
How Fred W Edwards Academy Aec Compares
See how Fred W Edwards Academy Aec 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
300 S 27TH ST, Temple, TX 76504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fred W Edwards Academy Aec may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TEMPLE H S (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS(TEMPLE CAMPUS) Temple | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS Temple | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TEMPLE H S Temple | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TRAVIS SCIENCE ACADEMY Temple | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SCOTT EL Temple | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| WHEATLEY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Temple | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL Temple | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TAMRA LEARNING ACADEMY Temple | 1.7 mi | — |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Temple | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| KENNEDY-POWELL EL Temple | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| JEFFERSON EL Temple | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MERIDITH-DUNBAR EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Temple | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| THORNTON EL Temple | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CATER EL Temple | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| HECTOR P GARCIA EL Temple | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| RAYE-ALLEN EL Temple | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 3.5 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Temple | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,420
Median Home Value
$162,600
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
24,856
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
32.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
33.2
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| BENAVIDES SECONDARY Benavides, TX | 6.7 |
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston, TX | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin, TX | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fred W Edwards Academy Aec
What grades does Fred W Edwards Academy Aec serve?
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fred W Edwards Academy Aec?
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fred W Edwards Academy Aec?
The student-teacher ratio at Fred W Edwards Academy Aec is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fred W Edwards Academy Aec rank in TX?
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec ranks #3,998 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Fred W Edwards Academy Aec's MySchoolScout rating?
Fred W Edwards Academy Aec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Fred W Edwards Academy Aec?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fred W Edwards Academy Aec has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Fred W Edwards Academy Aec a charter school?
No, Fred W Edwards Academy Aec is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fred W Edwards Academy Aec a Title I school?
No, Fred W Edwards Academy Aec is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fred W Edwards Academy Aec?
69.7% of students at Fred W Edwards Academy Aec 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bell County
- Phone
- (254) 215-6944
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
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District
TEMPLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,784
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,629
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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