CUMBERLAND ACADEMY

CUMBERLAND ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the CUMBERLAND ACADEMY school district, located in TYLER, TX with about 585 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, CUMBERLAND ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CUMBERLAND ACADEMY, located on Shiloh Road in Tyler, Texas, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves as a dedicated learning environment for elementary-aged students. As part of the broader CUMBERLAND ACADEMY charter network, the school focuses on providing a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a supportive community culture. The institution emphasizes the development of the "whole child," blending traditional core subjects with character education to prepare students for success in their middle and high school years.

The school is known for its commitment to small-group instruction and individualized attention, aiming to maintain a classroom atmosphere where students feel challenged and valued. By utilizing the charter model, CUMBERLAND ACADEMY offers families an alternative to the traditional independent school district experience, often highlighting a structured approach to education, clear expectations for student conduct, and active parental involvement. The Shiloh Road campus serves as a central hub for their elementary program, fostering a foundational environment designed to build strong academic habits from an early age.

For more information, contact CUMBERLAND ACADEMY at (903) 581-2890 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1340 SHILOH RD
TYLER, TX 75703
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CUMBERLAND ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in TYLER, TX with about 585 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
District:
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY
Total Students:
585
Teachers:
46.86
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 585 students

White
51.3%
Hispanic/Latino
25.6%
Black or African American
15.0%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
3.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.