Below Average
#7506 of 8,552 schools in TX
Texans Can Academy - Garland
High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
2266 ARAPAHO RD, Garland, TX 75044
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,506 of 8,552
In Garland
#54 of 67
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Texans Can Academy - Garland
High School in Garland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Texans Can Academy - Garland
Texans Can Academy - Garland is a public high school in Garland, TX, part of TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES. Texans Can Academy - Garland serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Texans Can Academy - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,506 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texans Can Academy - Garland show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Texans Can Academy - Garland 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 - Garland 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 - Garland 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
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Texans Can Academy - Garland — Students at Texans Can Academy - Garland score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 8.4/10.
How Texans Can Academy - Garland Compares
See how Texans Can Academy - Garland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2266 ARAPAHO RD, Garland, TX 75044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texans Can Academy - Garland may also want to explore other high schools in the area. N GARLAND H S (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILTEXAS GARLAND H S (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NAAMAN FOREST H S (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ILTEXAS GARLAND H S Garland | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WEBB MIDDLE Garland | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND EL Garland | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ILTEXAS GARLAND MIDDLE Garland | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SPRING CREEK EL Garland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HICKMAN EL Garland | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW CENTURY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Garland | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BIG SPRINGS EL Garland | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PARSONS PRE-K CTR Garland | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ETHRIDGE EL Garland | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NAAMAN FOREST H S Garland | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| N GARLAND H S Garland | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ABBETT EL Garland | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| DARTMOUTH EL Richardson | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ALHAMEED BOYS AND AMATUR RAHMAN GIRLS ACADEMIES Garland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| YALE EL Richardson | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| COOPER EL Garland | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| DAVIS EL Garland | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| APOLLO J H Richardson | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,631
Median Home Value
$305,700
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
46,847
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BRAZOS H S Waco, TX | 4.0 |
| LONE STAR H S SOUTHEAST Giddings, TX | 4.0 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville, TX | 4.0 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO Amarillo, TX | 4.0 |
| ALTER ED CTR Odessa, TX | 4.1 |
| GENESIS H S Bastrop, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Garland
What grades does Texans Can Academy - Garland serve?
Texans Can Academy - Garland serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Garland?
Texans Can Academy - Garland has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Garland?
The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Garland is 18.6:1. 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 - Garland rank in TX?
Texans Can Academy - Garland ranks #7,506 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texans Can Academy - Garland's MySchoolScout rating?
Texans Can Academy - Garland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 - Garland?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texans Can Academy - Garland has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Texans Can Academy - Garland a charter school?
Yes, Texans Can Academy - Garland 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 - Garland a Title I school?
No, Texans Can Academy - Garland is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texans Can Academy - Garland?
67.7% of students at Texans Can Academy - Garland 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 441-7202
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES- District Enrollment
- 3,608
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,350
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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