Founders Classical Academy - Schertz

Founders Classical Academy - Schertz

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
8453 E FM 1518 N,  Schertz, TX
3.7
3.9
859 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Ortiz
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.6

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
56
Teachers in First or Second Year
46.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
600
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
11%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
53.4%
Male
46.6%
White
46.3%
Hispanic
40.6%
Two or more races
6%
Black
5.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
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 15 Students
Texas Tech University 11 Students
Texas State University 10 Students
Baylor University 10 Students
University of Texas - Austin 9 Students
Abilene Christian University 9 Students
The University of Texas at San Antonio 8 Students
Rice University 5 Students
Angelo State University 5 Students
LeTourneau University 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 5 Students
Engineering 5 Students
Mechanical Engineering 4 Students
Nursing 3 Students
Biology 2 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 2 Students
Aerospace Engineering 2 Students
Anthropology 2 Students
Archaeology 2 Students
Computational and Applied Mathematics 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 5 Reviews
3.0 Senior
9/28/2024
My school has been an experience of highs and lows. I like the feel of the small atmosphere, it allows for close connections and strong relationships. The downside of having a small school is that the parent involvement is too much. A lot of the parents of the kids at the school are employees of the school which can create a biased atmosphere for children.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 7 Reviews
1.0 other
1/5/2024
My daughter's experience at Founders Classical Academy School has been deeply distressing, marked by discrimination, neglect, and bullying. Despite her disability, the administration and teachers showed indifference to her struggles, leading to multiple panic attacks. The collaboration between teach...
1.0 parent
9/10/2021
It is unbelievable the way they treat the students. Very unfair.
5.0 parent
8/15/2020
Love Founders, we have been there since the opening and there covid 19 preparedness is great.
5.0 parent
1/15/2020
A+++The scholars has grown not only mentally but in character. Wonderful school

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Founders Classical Academy - Schertz is a charter school for students in grades K-12 in Schertz, TX and is served by the Texas College Preparatory Academies in Texas. The school has a total enrollment of 859 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Founders Classical Academy - Schertz has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6. The average SAT score is 1180. Discover additional schools in the area, like Harmony School of Innovation-San Antonio, IDEA Walzem College Preparatory, Allison L. Steele Enhanced Learning Center, and more. Learn more about what Schertz has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Founders Classical Academy - Schertz.

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