TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS school district, located in EDGECLIFF VILLAGE, TX with about 345 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 23 teachers, TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 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.
TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (TeSA) is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school located in Edgecliff Village, Texas. Serving students in grades K-8, the school distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum that is uniquely integrated with a conservatory-style arts program. By emphasizing the intersection of core subjects like math, science, and literacy with specialized instruction in visual arts, music, dance, and theater, TeSA aims to cultivate both academic excellence and creative expression in every student.
The school operates with a mission to develop the "whole child," fostering an environment where students can build confidence and critical thinking skills through performance and artistic exploration. Because it is a public charter, TeSA is accessible to families seeking a specialized educational alternative without tuition costs. With its focus on high-quality instruction and a robust arts-infused culture, the school serves as a hub for students in the greater Tarrant County area who are looking to pursue their creative passions alongside a traditional academic foundation.
For more information, contact TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS at (817) 732-8372 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
EDGECLIFF VILLAGE, TX 76134
(817) 732-8372
http://www.mytesa.org
TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a public Title I Charter school in EDGECLIFF VILLAGE, TX with about 345 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION - District:
- TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
- Total Students:
- 345
- Teachers:
- 23.88
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance 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 345 students
- White
- 37.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.1%
- Black or African American
- 24.1%
- Two or more races
- 5.5%
- Asian
- 3.2%
- Female
- 73.9%
- Male
- 26.1%
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.