CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 385 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 7th Grade. 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 25 teachers, CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 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.

CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a tuition-free public charter school located in North Austin, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its commitment to the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, which emphasizes a globally-minded curriculum, critical thinking, and inquiry-based learning. By integrating the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), the academy aims to foster an environment where students are encouraged to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.

The school’s mission centers on personalized instruction and character development, catering to a diverse student body. Its location along the I-35 corridor provides accessibility for families across the Austin area who are seeking an alternative to traditional district schools. With a focus on small class sizes and a supportive community atmosphere, CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY prioritizes both academic rigor and the holistic development of its students, preparing them for the challenges of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY at (512) 419-1551 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8416 N IH 35
AUSTIN, TX 78753
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CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in AUSTIN, TX with about 385 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Total Students:
385
Teachers:
25.46
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
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th 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 385 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 78% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
77.9%
Black or African American
16.4%
White
3.6%
Two or more races
1.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%

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.