TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE

TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the TEXAS LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in ABILENE, TX with about 429 students offering grade levels from 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 28 teachers, TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE 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 LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE (TLA) is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school serving students in Abilene, Texas. As part of the Texas Leadership Public Schools network, the campus is centered on a mission to develop well-rounded students by integrating rigorous academics with a strong emphasis on character development, leadership training, and patriotic citizenship. The school aims to provide a structured and supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve personal excellence while preparing for success in college and their future careers.

The academic approach at TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE focuses on building a foundation of core knowledge while fostering individual growth through smaller learning environments. Beyond the traditional curriculum, the school distinguishes itself by incorporating leadership-focused programming that emphasizes integrity, discipline, and community service. By fostering a culture of accountability and high expectations, TLA seeks to empower its students to become responsible, contributing members of their community and beyond.

For more information, contact TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE at (325) 480-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1840 N 8TH ST
ABILENE, TX 79603
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TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE is a public Title I Charter school in ABILENE, TX with about 429 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:
429
Teachers:
28.7
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
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 429 students

White
45.7%
Hispanic/Latino
43.8%
Black or African American
5.1%
Two or more races
4.2%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

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.