Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Applied Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Applied Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Applied Learning Academy's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Applied Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applied Learning Academy is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4749 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Applied Learning Academy's ranking?
Applied Learning Academy is ranked #4749 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Applied Learning Academy?
320 students attend Applied Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Applied Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Applied Learning Academy?
Applied Learning Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Applied Learning Academy offer ?
Applied Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Applied Learning Academy part of?
Applied Learning Academy is part of Fort Worth ISD School District.
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