Needs Improvement
#8343 of 8,552 schools in TX
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove
High School · TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
1227 N MASTERS DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
2.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,343 of 8,552
In Dallas
#364 of 374
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
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Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove
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 - Pleasant Grove
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES. Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove 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 - Pleasant Grove runs 26.8:1 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 - Pleasant Grove 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 - Pleasant Grove — Students at Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 6.5/10.
How Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove Compares
See how Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1227 N MASTERS DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove may also want to explore other high schools in the area. A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W W SAMUELL H S (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| W W SAMUELL H S Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| EDWARD TITCHE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| B H MACON EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,987
Median Home Value
$164,800
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
84,578
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON HOBBY Dallas, TX | 2.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - FORT WORTH LANCASTER AVENUE Fort Worth, TX | 3.1 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY ODESSA Odessa, TX | 3.4 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - OAK CLIFF Dallas, TX | 3.4 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON SOUTHWEST Houston, TX | 3.5 |
| CRYSTAL CITY H S Crystal City, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove
What grades does Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove serve?
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove?
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove?
The student-teacher ratio at Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove is 26.8:1. 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 - Pleasant Grove rank in TX?
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove ranks #8,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove's MySchoolScout rating?
Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 - Pleasant Grove?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove a charter school?
Yes, Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove 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 - Pleasant Grove a Title I school?
No, Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove?
71.8% of students at Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 225-1194
- 4-Year Graduation
- 16.0%
Resources & Links
District
TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES- District Enrollment
- 3,608
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,350
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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