Founders Classical Academy Of Leander

Founders Classical Academy Of Leander

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
1303 Leander Dr,  Leander, TX
4.0
3.8
706 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kathleen O'toole
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.69
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.69
Reading Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
640
Verbal
670
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
31
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
40%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
686:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
White
67.2%
Hispanic
21.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.5%
Two or more races
4.7%
Black
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#43 Best Charter ES in Texas
#48 Best Charter HS in Texas
#52 Best Charter MS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Texas A&M University 62 Students
University of Texas - Austin 39 Students
Baylor University 35 Students
Rice University 28 Students
Texas Tech University 21 Students
Texas State University 20 Students
University of Dallas 17 Students
Hillsdale College 13 Students
Houston Christian University 12 Students
Abilene Christian University 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 19 Students
Business 14 Students
Biology 13 Students
Political Science and Government 13 Students
Philosophy 13 Students
Mechanical Engineering 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Computer Science 8 Students
Pre-Law Studies 7 Students
Architecture 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 12 Reviews
2.0 Alum
8/16/2018
I was consistently an honors/high honors student; some of the teachers were amazing, but others were definitely not. The school had a focus on the arts, but I was more interested in STEM. I did well and learned a lot, but it wasn't much that I'll use for college. It's great for students who are very extroverted and excited about learning, but I wouldn't recommend it for other introverts or anyone with anxiety.
4.0 Senior
10/28/2017
It provides students with a great education. The teachers are very knowledgeable, and they are interested in the students and their abilities to grasp information. The school is fairly new, so there are still a couple glitches in terms of the school's communication. Overall, Founders has provided me with a good education that I find beneficial to my college readiness.
5.0 Senior
10/8/2017
My experience at Founders has been great so far. I would change the events at the school. We don't have a prom, homecoming, real football games, or funding for anything really. I love the education I just wish they would allow us to have fun high school events.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 18 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/9/2025
Education is good. Schools has its own virtues which kids learn along. Academically strong kids enjoy. Recommended to everyone!!
4.0 parent
5/1/2025
We have 2 elementary-aged children attending Founders. Our children, while not gifted, are hard-working and very eager to learn. We've found that the school is rigorous and has high expectations of students, but that is the reason we chose to apply. Compared to the many other schools in the area tha...
1.0 parent
4/5/2025
I am deeply concerned about the lack of adherence to state regulations at this school. My kindergartener received an out-of-school suspension, which is in direct violation of Texas law that protects students under the 2nd grade from such punitive measures. While I firmly believe in the importance of...
5.0 parent
3/18/2024
There are over 1000 kids on the waitlist and after five years of trying we finally got into Foubders for the 6th grade. The school is very much focused on liberal arts education and creating a rigorous academic environment. There is an adjustment period for new kids, but the school administration ha...

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Founders Classical Academy Of Leander is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Leander, TX and is served by the Texas College Preparatory Academies in Texas. The school has a total enrollment of 706 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Founders Classical Academy Of Leander has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.69, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $461,647. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cedar Park Charter Academy, Early College High School, Leander High School, and more. Learn more about what Leander has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Founders Classical Academy Of Leander.

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