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Texans Can Academy - Dallas North

High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES

9704 SKILLMAN, Dallas, TX 75243

Charter

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

21.7:1

Score

3.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,263 of 8,552

In Dallas

#358 of 374

public schools

In district

#10 of 13

TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Texans Can Academy - Dallas North

3.0/10

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About Texans Can Academy - Dallas North

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES. Texans Can Academy - Dallas North serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Texans Can Academy - Dallas North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,263 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Texans Can Academy - Dallas North show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Texans Can Academy - Dallas North 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 - Dallas North runs 21.7:1 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.

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North 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 Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-40.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.3 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-34.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate7.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,350

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North — Students at Texans Can Academy - Dallas North score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
3%
ELA
11%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Texans Can Academy - Dallas North Compares

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

Overall Score
3.0/10
3th percentile in TX
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9704 SKILLMAN, Dallas, TX 75243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Texans Can Academy - Dallas North may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE HIGHLANDS H S (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN (rated 4.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas 0.2 mi 7.0
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas 0.3 mi 5.9
FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas 0.9 mi 4.1
AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas 1.0 mi 2.3
LIBERTY J H Dallas 1.1 mi 4.2
BULLOCK EL Garland 1.0 mi 5.9
FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas 1.0 mi 4.1
AIKIN EL Dallas 1.1 mi 2.7
THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas 1.2 mi 4.4
BRADFIELD EL Garland 1.3 mi 7.6
O HENRY EL Garland 1.5 mi 6.5
CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.6 mi 5.2
WALLACE EL Dallas 1.7 mi 7.3
NORTHLAKE EL Dallas 1.8 mi 5.9
SKYVIEW EL Dallas 1.6 mi 2.9
LAKE HIGHLANDS J H Dallas 2.0 mi 7.6
RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas 1.7 mi 4.5
LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas 1.9 mi 6.1
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 2.1 mi 6.7
WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 1.8 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,357

Median Home Value

$359,100

Median Rent

$1,226/mo

Population

63,907

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

26.7%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Dallas North

What grades does Texans Can Academy - Dallas North serve?

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

How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Dallas North?

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Dallas North is 21.7:1. 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 - Dallas North rank in TX?

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North ranks #8,263 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Texans Can Academy - Dallas North's MySchoolScout rating?

Texans Can Academy - Dallas North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 - Dallas North?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Texans Can Academy - Dallas North has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Texans Can Academy - Dallas North a charter school?

Yes, Texans Can Academy - Dallas North 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 - Dallas North a Title I school?

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

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

78.5% of students at Texans Can Academy - Dallas North 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
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
4-Year Graduation
7.5%

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