REAL LEARNING ACADEMY

REAL LEARNING ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the WAYSIDE SCHOOLS school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 678 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 37 teachers, REAL LEARNING ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

REAL LEARNING ACADEMY (RLA) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Southeast Austin, operating as part of the Wayside Schools network. The campus serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, focusing on a holistic educational approach designed to prepare young learners for future academic success. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character development, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and provide equitable learning opportunities for the diverse student population in the Austin area.

As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, REAL LEARNING ACADEMY prioritizes inquiry-based learning, which encourages students to ask questions, explore complex concepts, and think critically about the world around them. The school fosters a supportive community culture that promotes global-mindedness and personal responsibility. Through its structured environment and commitment to the IB framework, RLA strives to cultivate both the intellectual and social-emotional skills necessary for students to become lifelong learners and active, compassionate citizens.

For more information, contact REAL LEARNING ACADEMY at (512) 438-7325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.