Below Average
#6879 of 8,547 schools in TX
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue
High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
1316 LANCASTER AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76114
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fort Worth
#182 of 235
public schools
Texas high schools
#1,550 of 1,699
In district
#7 of 13
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very strong
About Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue is an alternative high school located in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas. Serving students from ninth to twelfth grade, this charter school currently enrolls 352 students with a student-teacher ratio of about 19.6:1. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, the academy focuses on providing personalized attention and support for each student.
The academic performance at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue is noted as having room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranking in the 12th percentile among Texas schools. The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 10%, while Math proficiency sits at 20%. Despite these challenges, the school is committed to student development and continuous improvement.
Located in a bustling urban environment, Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue offers its students a unique setting within one of Tarrant County's largest cities.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue 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.
Score Breakdown
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Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue — Students at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue Compares
See how Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 12% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 8% (2019) to 12% (2021).
Location
1316 LANCASTER AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IM TERRELL ACADEMY FOR STEM AND VPA Fort Worth | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| VAN ZANDT-GUINN EL Fort Worth | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CRISTO REY FORT WORTH COLLEGE PREP Fort Worth | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Fort Worth | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| VERSIA WILLIAMS EL Fort Worth | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER H S - FORT WORTH (SOUTHSIDE) Lewisville | 1.0 mi | — |
| CHARLES NASH EL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| TRIMBLE TECHNICAL H S Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CASSATA HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| KI CHARTER - FORT WORTH Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE JANE JUSTIN SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| TEXAS ACADEMY OF BIOMEDICAL Fort Worth | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CTR Fort Worth | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Worth | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| POLYTECHNIC H S Fort Worth | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Fort Worth | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| DAGGETT MONTESSORI Ft. Worth | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,055
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
26,665
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
33.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue has a median household income of $61,055. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,400, with a median rent of $1,231/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUMONT ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Beaumont, TX | 4.8 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY El Paso, TX | 4.8 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY ODESSA Odessa, TX | 4.8 |
| RIVER ROAD H S Amarillo, TX | 4.8 |
| STOCKDALE H S Stockdale, TX | 4.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH WESTCREEK Fort Worth, TX | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue
What grades does Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue serve?
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue?
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue?
The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue is 19.6:1. 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 - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue rank in TX?
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue is ranked #6879 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?
Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue has a composite rating of 4.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue has 19.5% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue a charter school?
Yes, Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue 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 - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue a Title I school?
No, Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue?
71.6% of students at Texans Can Academy - Fort Worth Lancaster Avenue 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 (3,171/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fort Worth). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Phone
- (817) 735-1515
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES- District Enrollment
- 3,608
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,350
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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