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Focus Learning Academy

Charter | PK-11 | 902 students

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Posted November 5, 2009

Great cirriculum and staff. My son has the motivation from his teachers to do his best, excel at all he does and stay on the 'A' honor roll.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

I was a parent of two children that attended Focus Learning Academy & worked as part of the Focus team. I would recommend this school to any parent in the Dallas community desiring a school where the staff has their child(ren)'s best interest at heart . From the inside-out, the leadership at Focus research, investigate, and trial-run the best possible programs before incorporating them into the school's curriculum. They genuinely care about the children entrusted to them & take the time to get to know the students individually. Focus is full of growth & great potential. My kids are not there only due to circumstantial reasons, but if I were to return to Dallas, that is the school they would attend.


Posted September 15, 2009

Focus Academy is a great school. Their really there to help the kids. I love that school.


Posted June 1, 2009

I have 2 kids that attend Focus Learning Academy. One is in Mrs. Seamsters kindergarden class and the other is in Mrs. Watson's class. I really love the school and appreciate what they have done to help my kids. By the way this is their first year and I'm looking forward to next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2009

I have 2 kids who currently attend Focus Learning Academy. Since their enrollment in Jan 09, I've seen an outstanding change in my daughter's performance and behavior. Ms Dunn is an excellent teacher. Also, my son was able to adapt to his new sorroundings rather quickly. I love the open door policies and the staff for the most part are friendly. However, I would love to see just ONE uniform worn! They are very expensive and it would make a great difference in the parent's budgets who have two or more children like myself. Overall Thumbs Up! Thanks to all that deal with my kids JW & JS.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2009

My experiance with Focus Learning Academy has been a great one. The fifth grade teachers have shown me and my child so much love. The staff has been great. my son has a learning disability and the teachers encourage him to do his best on everything he does. To Mrs. Miles, Mrs. Wallace-Daniles And Mrs. Butcher you are greatly appreciated. Thanks for all of your support. To the sixth grade teachers we look forward to seeing you next year. To all the staff keep up the good work. my family loves all of you who work hard to teach our children daily!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 28, 2009

I have 2 children which have attended Focus Learning Academy for 3 years. The school has an open door policy which is important for children and parents. Each year my children have excelled not only in their school life, but their personal life as well. At this point, I can only say, God has a lot to do with everyone working at Focus Learning Academy. My children have received everything necessary for them to perform at their best level and they are doing very well, indeed. My prayer is that Focus Learning Academy will soon and very soon expand to grade level 12. Keep up the good work Focus.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2009

Focus helps many students who are intelligent but may learn differently. My first grade daughter does not have a learning difference, and she is still challenged because her teacher is very experienced, loving, and firm. The school works with students on all different levels.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2009

My child was struggling with school, but Thanks to the team at Focus, my child is learning. The experience that my child and I have had with the staff and teachers has genuinely been one of compassion coupled with professionalism. They have gone above and beyond to identify the needs of my child, they addressed her needs and came up with a plan that has allowed my child to perform at the best of her abilities, while continuing to keep her in the main stream with her peers. I see an amazing turn around in my childs ability to focus and learn. I am grateful that they were able to identify my childs needs which has enabled me to better assist my child with her school work. I look forward to my childs continued success at Focus.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 17, 2009

I have a son currently attending Focus. He started the year off in pre-k. His teacher at the time noticed that he was more advanced than some of the other students in his class. She then recommended that he be moved to the kindergarten class. I like how the teachers at Focus pay attention to the students and push the students to learn.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2009

I am a parent who's child completed grades 2nd thru 8th at Focus Learning Academy. For all the things that Focus seemed not to be, the one thing that it was and has been is determined to succeed. Succeed inspite of critics within and without. Nothing worth having or doing is easily achieved, that includes educating our children, all of them. I did not stay at Focus because it was perfect, nor did I stay because there was no where else to go. I stayed because I believed and still do in the mission of Focus Learning Academy. No matter where we place our children for education, it will not be problem free. We must roll up our sleeves and help. I thank Focus and my child loved his years there. In fact, they keep in touch and so do we with them. That is worth sticking with.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 30, 2008

I currently have two kids attending Focus. I believe you only get what you put in. With the No child left behind joke, and the pressure to succeed on TAKS the pressure is on not just the students but the staff as well. I have found that Focus is focused on those with ADHD and many other disablities that will go over looked in a local school. I hope the parents that read this will understand, that children with learning disablities have many issues besides their learning disablites but social interaction problems as well. If you want a great school, you have to support and help provide ideals to help your child succeed. My hat is off to Focus. The learning program their striving to provide would cost the average person over 18k if they were trying to send their child to schools like Fairhill, Dallas Academy or Slone. Go Focus.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 27, 2008

so far i took my daughter out of houston elementary in lancaster because of them not being ready for taks. focus is on a higher level than she was in lancaster and shes trying to catch up so that speaks for itself as far as the level. ms.boone a 3rd grade teacher seems like she really cares and the staff so far gives excellent feedback.i like the teacherease system. they are also having taks turoring twicw weekly that started way earlier than my childs school in lancaster did. i do see that they need a lot of renovation but we are new and will try to work with it if the academics turn out well. i didnt see alot of parents at the pta meeting though. parents need to be more involved !!! we expect teachers to raise our kids!!! no mamm!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 5, 2006

The staff does need more training. I'm blown away by the test scores. The school has great potential, but do you sacrifice your child in the process of them trying to get it right.........Concerned Parent
—Submitted by P Sykes, a parent


Posted August 3, 2006

This school has been wonderful for my children the learning activities have been great.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 18, 2006

The adminstration has gotten worse over the years and they have lost alot of the best teachers because of the lack of parent envolvement. You and your children will not get much accomplished here with all the distractions that go on in class and between the staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 17, 2006

I have a child enrolled here and the teachers that he has been taught by all have been great. It is not just for children with disabilities. Focus Learning Academy has brought out more from my child and others than they are given credit for.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2006

Please do not enroll your child. This is a very poor quality school. The staff is not trained very well and everything in the school is out dated due to a lack of funds. The administration is driven by money and not helping the students.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted September 13, 2005

This school has very poor adminstration.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2005

This school is not what appears to be on the surface. They lure you in with the look and feel, however the true academic integrity is in question.
—Submitted by a parent


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Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

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89%

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90%

2008

 
 
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Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

50 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

40 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
50%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

43 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
64%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

31 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

35 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

28 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
43%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

37 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

38 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

33 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

35 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
71%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

34 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

26 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

31 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

25 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
40%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

25 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

6 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

7 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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2008

 
 
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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

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Math

The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.

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Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2011.

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Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2011.

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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2011.

2011

 
 
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2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2011.

2011

 
 
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2008

 
 
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Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2011.

2011

 
 
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2008

 
 
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Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 99% in 2011.

2011

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students89%
Female95%
Male84%
Black or African American88%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special educationn/a
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students84%
Female95%
Male75%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education63%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English84%
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students78%
Female70%
Male85%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic60%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Special educationn/a
Not special education76%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English79%
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students90%
Female86%
Male95%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students95%
Female100%
Male91%
Black or African American95%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students77%
Female79%
Male76%
Black or African American73%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged72%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English76%
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students89%
Female75%
Male100%
Black or African American87%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education86%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English88%
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students79%
Female58%
Male94%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English77%
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students89%
Female90%
Male88%
Black or African American88%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special educationn/a
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students92%
Female86%
Male100%
Black or African American91%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Special educationn/a
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students82%
Female74%
Male93%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education81%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English81%
Non-migrant82%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students97%
Female100%
Male93%
Black or African American97%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students92%
Female83%
Male100%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students76%
Female64%
Male86%
Black or African American75%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English76%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant76%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students100%
Female100%
Malen/a
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students100%
Female100%
Malen/a
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Math

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Math

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Special educationn/a
Not special educationn/a
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Non-migrantn/a
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "AEA: Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "AEA: Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 82% 14%
Hispanic 18% 48%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 4%
White N/A 34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 23%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 0%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 0%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 87%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 0%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 76%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 24%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 0%N/A23%
21 or more years 0%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:00
School end time
  • 3:30
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
  • Before school
School Leader's name
  • Linus Walton
Fax number
  • (972) 572-9610

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
School leaders can update this information here.

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