Needs Improvement
#7802 of 8,552 schools in TX
Texans Can Academy - Grant East
High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
2901 MORGAN DR, Dallas, TX 75241
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,802 of 8,552
In Dallas
#338 of 374
public schools
In district
#5 of 13
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Texans Can Academy - Grant East
High School in Dallas · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Texans Can Academy - Grant East
Texans Can Academy - Grant East is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES. Texans Can Academy - Grant East serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Texans Can Academy - Grant East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,802 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texans Can Academy - Grant East show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Texans Can Academy - Grant East 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 - Grant East runs 26.5:1 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 - Grant East 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 - Grant East — Students at Texans Can Academy - Grant East score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Texans Can Academy - Grant East Compares
See how Texans Can Academy - Grant East 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
2901 MORGAN DR, Dallas, TX 75241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texans Can Academy - Grant East may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| J N ERVIN EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LANCASTER H S Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS EL Dallas | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,171
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
33,598
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
33.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CROSSROADS H S Copperas Cove, TX | 3.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch, TX | 3.7 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-LAREDO NORTH Laredo, TX | 3.7 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-LUBBOCK Lubbock, TX | 3.7 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Richardson, TX | 3.8 |
| GRACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY OF NEW BRAUNFELS New Braunfels, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Grant East
What grades does Texans Can Academy - Grant East serve?
Texans Can Academy - Grant East serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Grant East?
Texans Can Academy - Grant East has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Grant East?
The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Grant East is 26.5:1. 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 - Grant East rank in TX?
Texans Can Academy - Grant East ranks #7,802 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texans Can Academy - Grant East's MySchoolScout rating?
Texans Can Academy - Grant East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 - Grant East?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texans Can Academy - Grant East has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Texans Can Academy - Grant East a charter school?
Yes, Texans Can Academy - Grant East 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 - Grant East a Title I school?
No, Texans Can Academy - Grant East is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texans Can Academy - Grant East?
70.3% of students at Texans Can Academy - Grant East 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
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 225-1194
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES- District Enrollment
- 3,608
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,350
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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