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#784 of 883 private schools in TX

Sycamore Academy

School

106 S OLD BETSY RD, Keene, TX 76059

Private

Enrollment

159

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Texas private schools

#784 of 883

In Keene

#2 of 2

public schools

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Sycamore Academy

4.8/10

School in Keene · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Sycamore Academy

Sycamore Academy is a private school in Keene, TX. Sycamore Academy serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 883 private schools in TX.

How it compares1.5 pts below TX schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 159 students, Sycamore Academy 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.

Sycamore Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Sycamore Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Keene, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
This School
vs
11.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
159
This School
vs
274
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%
Black 5% vs 0%
Sycamore Academy Keene Public Avg

All Schools in Keene

School Rating
Sycamore Academy (this school) 4.8
THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 8.7
KEENE EL 4.3
KEENE J H 7.3
KEENE H S 5.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 159
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.8%
Hispanic 8.2%
Black 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

106 S OLD BETSY RD, Keene, TX 76059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sycamore Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. TOM AND NITA NICHOLS MIDDLE (rated 8.8/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Burleson), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLUM CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Joshua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Keene, see our Keene schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CHISHOLM TRAIL ACADEMY Keene 0.4 mi 6.4
KEENE EL Keene 0.8 mi 4.3
THE SUMMIT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Keene 0.8 mi 8.7
KEENE J H Keene 0.8 mi 7.3
KEENE H S Keene 0.9 mi 5.3
SANTA FE EL Cleburne 2.9 mi 6.4
IRVING EL Cleburne 3.1 mi 6.0
CLEARFORK ACADEMY SOUTH Cleburne 3.9 mi
JOHNSON COUNTY J J A E P Cleburne 3.6 mi
JOSHUA ADVENTIST MULTIGRADE SCHOOL Joshua 4.4 mi 5.5
ADAMS EL Cleburne 4.4 mi 4.3
PLUM CREEK EL Joshua 4.4 mi 8.0
NEW HORIZON H S Joshua 4.6 mi 5.3
JOSHUA H S NINTH GRADE CAMPUS Joshua 4.6 mi 6.9
JOSHUA H S Joshua 4.8 mi 6.4
TEAM SCH Cleburne 4.9 mi 5.8
A G ELDER EL Joshua 5.0 mi 7.9
H D STAPLES EL Joshua 5.3 mi 6.7
COOKE EL Cleburne 5.0 mi 6.7
TOM AND NITA NICHOLS MIDDLE Burleson 5.9 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,000

Median Home Value

$223,400

Median Rent

$939/mo

Population

5,333

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

44.5%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sycamore Academy

What grades does Sycamore Academy serve?

Sycamore Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Sycamore Academy?

Sycamore Academy has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Academy is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sycamore Academy rank in TX?

Sycamore Academy ranks #784 of 883 private schools in TX.

What is Sycamore Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sycamore Academy 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.

Is Sycamore Academy a private school?

Yes, Sycamore Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sycamore Academy a religious school?

No, Sycamore Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
159
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Johnson County

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