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Hays Inspire Academy
High School · INSPIRE ACADEMIES
2250 CLOVIS R BARKER RD, San Marcos, TX 78666
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Hays Inspire Academy
Hays Inspire Academy is a public high school in San Marcos, TX, part of the INSPIRE ACADEMIES. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 15% proficiency in math and 15% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,478, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Hays Inspire Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Hays Inspire Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 2250 CLOVIS R BARKER RD, San Marcos, TX 78666
- Phone
- (210) 638-5400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
2250 CLOVIS R BARKER RD, San Marcos, TX 78666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hays Inspire Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTHWEST TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away). Additionally, SAN MARCOS H S (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN MARCOS H S San Marcos | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MENDEZ EL San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| DEZAVALA EL San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| GOODNIGHT MIDDLE San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| BONHAM PRE-K SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MILLER MIDDLE San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PALOMA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| HERNANDEZ EL San Marcos | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL San Marcos | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CROCKETT EL San Marcos | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ADVENT RIDGE ACADEMY San Marcos | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TRAVIS EL San Marcos | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| KI CHARTER ACADEMY San Marcos | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL San Marcos | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WONDERLAND SCHOOL San Marcos | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SAN MARCOS BAPTIST ACADEMY San Marcos | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTHWEST TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL San Marcos | 5.6 mi | 8.8 |
| BLANCO VISTA EL San Marcos | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK CREEK EL New Braunfels | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,478
Median Home Value
$271,900
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
87,775
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
27
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hays Inspire Academy has a median household income of $55,478. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $271,900, with a median rent of $1,294/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hays Inspire Academy
What grades does Hays Inspire Academy serve?
Hays Inspire Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Hays Inspire Academy?
Hays Inspire Academy has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hays Inspire Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hays Inspire Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Hays Inspire Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hays Inspire Academy has 15.0% math proficiency and 15.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hays Inspire Academy a charter school?
Yes, Hays Inspire Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Hays Inspire Academy a Title I school?
No, Hays Inspire Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hays Inspire Academy?
89.3% of students at Hays Inspire Academy 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
- City Safety
- High (2,620/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Marcos). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hays County
- Phone
- (210) 638-5400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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