Learning Academy serves 815 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
815 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
71%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Learning Academy?
815 students attend Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Learning Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Learning Academy?
Learning Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Learning Academy offer ?
Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Learning Academy part of?
Learning Academy is part of Houston Independent School District.
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