Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine

Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
100 University Dr,  Palestine, TX
4.4
5.0
233 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Becky Rutledge
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.62

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
17
Full Time Teachers
17
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
29%
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
755:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%
White
57.9%
Hispanic
19.7%
Black
8.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.5%
Two or more races
6.1%

School Rankings

#30 Best Charter ES in Texas
#34 Best Charter MS in Texas
#35 Best Charter HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Texas - Tyler 22 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 14 Students
Texas A&M University 11 Students
Baylor University 8 Students
University of Texas - Austin 7 Students
Texas Christian University 5 Students
Houston Christian University 5 Students
Texas State University 4 Students
Texas Tech University 4 Students
Abilene Christian University 4 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 5 Students
Business 4 Students
Mechanical Engineering 4 Students
Finance 2 Students
Communications 2 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 2 Students
Civil Engineering 2 Students
Chemical Engineering 2 Students
Anthropology 2 Students
Construction Management 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 7 Reviews
5.0
4/28/2025
I love this school so much! My grades are so much better than ever before. I feel like there are so many resources here and that I am getting a quality education!
5.0 Senior
10/17/2019
University Academy is a welcoming school. Everyone is treated like family here. This STEM-based, college prep, overall academic-based school has helped me so much in life. I will graduate with 43 college hours thanks to this school. They have pushed me to be the best me I can be while also supporting my decisions on life.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 other
9/12/2019
This is a great school with several ways for the students to learn
5.0 parent
1/13/2015
UT Tyler Innovation Academy in Palestine is a great school. I currently have a fourth grader and a sixth grader and they love it. The school is a project based learning and problem based learning school which focuses on STEM education. Students attend face to face class for four hours per day and co...

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Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Palestine, TX and is served by the UT Tyler University Academy in Texas. The school has a total enrollment of 233 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62. The average SAT score is 1210. Discover additional schools in the area, like Neches High School, Westwood High School, Palestine High School, and more. Learn more about what Palestine has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine.

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