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Texans Can Academy - Austin

High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES

2406 ROSEWOOD AVE, Austin, TX 78702

Charter

Enrollment

195

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,609 of 8,552

In Austin

#185 of 241

public schools

In district

#3 of 13

TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Texans Can Academy - Austin

3.9/10

High School in Austin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Texans Can Academy - Austin

Texans Can Academy - Austin is a public high school in Austin, TX, part of TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES. Texans Can Academy - Austin serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Texans Can Academy - Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,609 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Texans Can Academy - Austin show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 195 students, Texans Can Academy - Austin 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.

Test scores at Texans Can Academy - Austin 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.

Texans Can Academy - Austin 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-29.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-31.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness1.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,350

Texans Can Academy - Austin — Students at Texans Can Academy - Austin score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 18.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
9%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
7.5%
2024
Math
14%
ELA
21%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Texans Can Academy - Austin Compares

See how Texans Can Academy - Austin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
11th percentile in TX
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

2406 ROSEWOOD AVE, Austin, TX 78702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Texans Can Academy - Austin may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 4.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S (rated 4.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin 0.2 mi 4.6
OAK SPRINGS EL Austin 0.2 mi 2.2
CAMPBELL EL Austin 0.8 mi 4.4
KEALING MIDDLE Austin 0.8 mi 8.5
GOVALLE EL Austin 0.8 mi 3.2
GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S Austin 0.8 mi 4.0
AUSTIN ISD PREK PARTNERSHIP (PKP) Austin 0.9 mi 3.3
BLACKSHEAR EL Austin 0.9 mi 3.7
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL CHARTER SCHOOL Austin 1.0 mi 6.6
ZAVALA EL Austin 1.2 mi 3.5
LOS AMIGUITOS Austin 1.1 mi
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Austin 1.3 mi 5.4
MAPLEWOOD EL Austin 1.5 mi 8.3
CLEARVIEW SUDBURY SCHOOL Austin 1.6 mi
CLEARVIEW SUDBURY SCHOOL Austin 1.6 mi
ORTEGA EL Austin 1.5 mi 4.2
GENERAL MARSHALL MIDDLE Austin 1.9 mi 5.5
LEE EL Austin 1.8 mi 8.6
MARTIN MIDDLE Austin 1.8 mi 2.3
SANCHEZ EL Austin 1.8 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,304

Median Home Value

$644,200

Median Rent

$1,966/mo

Population

26,495

College Educated

58.8%

Homeownership

41.1%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

35.3

Similar Schools

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

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PREMIER H S - SAN ANGELO Lewisville, TX 3.9
VISD SUCCESS ACADEMY Victoria, TX 3.9
EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Richardson, TX 3.8
GARZA INDEPENDENCE H S Austin, TX 4.0
GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY OF NEW BRAUNFELS New Braunfels, TX 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Austin

What grades does Texans Can Academy - Austin serve?

Texans Can Academy - Austin serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Austin?

Texans Can Academy - Austin has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Austin?

The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Austin is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Texans Can Academy - Austin rank in TX?

Texans Can Academy - Austin ranks #7,609 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Texans Can Academy - Austin's MySchoolScout rating?

Texans Can Academy - Austin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Texans Can Academy - Austin?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Texans Can Academy - Austin has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

Is Texans Can Academy - Austin a charter school?

Yes, Texans Can Academy - Austin is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Texans Can Academy - Austin a Title I school?

No, Texans Can Academy - Austin is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texans Can Academy - Austin?

57.9% of students at Texans Can Academy - Austin 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Travis County
4-Year Graduation
7.0%

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