SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER H S is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-LUBBOCK school district, located in LUBBOCK, TX with about 200 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 10 teachers, SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

South Plains Academy Charter High School, located in Lubbock, Texas, is an open-enrollment public charter school dedicated to providing an alternative educational environment for students who may not thrive in a traditional high school setting. The school focuses on academic recovery, individualized instruction, and personalized support, aiming to help students overcome barriers to graduation. By offering a smaller classroom environment and flexible learning opportunities, the academy works to engage students who are at risk of dropping out, ensuring they remain on track to earn their high school diplomas.

Beyond academics, South Plains Academy emphasizes the development of the "whole student" by fostering a supportive campus culture rooted in accountability and personal growth. The school utilizes a curriculum designed to meet state standards while accommodating diverse learning speeds and styles. Through its commitment to student success, the academy serves as a vital resource for the Lubbock community, providing a second chance for students to prepare for post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce in a structured and encouraging atmosphere.

For more information, contact SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER H S at (806) 744-0330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4008 AVE R
LUBBOCK, TX 79412
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SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in LUBBOCK, TX with about 200 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Total Students:
200
Teachers:
10.9
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 200 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH PLAINS ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 82% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
81.5%
White
10.5%
Black or African American
8.0%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

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.