Porcupine Academy serves 27 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Porcupine Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Porcupine Academy?
27 students attend Porcupine Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Porcupine Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porcupine Academy?
Porcupine Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porcupine Academy offer ?
Porcupine Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porcupine Academy part of?
Porcupine Academy is part of Springtown Independent School District.
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