WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON)

WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOLS school district, located in RICHARDSON, TX with about 240 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 11 teachers, WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Winfree Academy Charter School in Richardson, Texas, is part of a specialized public charter school network dedicated to serving students who may require a more flexible or supportive educational environment than a traditional high school setting. Located at 1661 Gateway Blvd, the school focuses on dropout prevention and credit recovery, catering to students who have fallen behind in their coursework, need to work, or simply thrive better in a non-traditional classroom structure. By offering individualized learning plans and self-paced instruction, the academy aims to remove barriers to graduation and provide a path to a high school diploma for students who might otherwise struggle to complete their education.

The educational approach at Winfree Academy is characterized by small class sizes and a supportive, mentorship-driven atmosphere. Because the school operates as a charter, it has the flexibility to offer non-traditional scheduling options, which allows students to balance their academic responsibilities with personal or professional commitments. The Richardson campus emphasizes a holistic approach to student success, focusing not only on academic performance but also on career readiness and emotional support, ensuring that graduates are prepared for post-secondary education or the workforce.

For more information, contact WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) at (972) 234-9855 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1661 GATEWAY BLVD
RICHARDSON, TX 75080
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WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (RICHARDSON) is a public Title I Charter school in RICHARDSON, TX with about 240 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:
240
Teachers:
11.4
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
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 240 students

Hispanic/Latino
40.4%
White
37.9%
Black or African American
18.8%
Asian
1.7%
Two or more races
1.3%

Female
55.4%
Male
44.6%

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.