Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-79% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-69% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Top Rankings
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
86%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies's ranking?
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies is ranked #1050 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies?
The graduation rate of Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies?
58 students attend Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies?
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies offer ?
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies part of?
Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies is part of Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies STEM School District.
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