FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ is a public charter elementary school that is part of the TEXAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMIES school district, located in SCHERTZ, TX with about 414 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 26 teachers, FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school that serves as part of the ResponsiveEd network. The school is built on a classical education model, which emphasizes a traditional, content-rich curriculum designed to cultivate wisdom and virtue in students. Rather than focusing solely on standardized test preparation, the academy prioritizes a rigorous academic framework that includes the study of history, literature, mathematics, and the sciences, often utilizing a "Great Books" approach to instill a deep appreciation for Western civilization and intellectual heritage.
In addition to its core academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and the cultivation of civic responsibility. The learning environment is structured to be disciplined and orderly, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and the ability to articulate their thoughts clearly. As part of the ResponsiveEd family, the Schertz campus benefits from a centralized administrative structure while maintaining a distinct mission to prepare students for college and a life of engaged, principled citizenship.
For more information, contact FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ at (972) 316-3663 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SCHERTZ, TX 78154
(972) 316-3663
http://www.responsiveed.com
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ is a public Charter school in SCHERTZ, TX with about 414 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION - District:
- TEXAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMIES
- Total Students:
- 414
- Teachers:
- 26
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 414 students
- White
- 54.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 32.1%
- Black or African American
- 7.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.6%
- Asian
- 0.7%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
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.