ACADEMY OF CHOICE

ACADEMY OF CHOICE is a Title I public high school that is part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 187 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 26 teachers, ACADEMY OF CHOICE has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

The **ACADEMY OF CHOICE (AOC)**, located in the Spring Branch Independent School District (SBISD) in Houston, Texas, is an alternative secondary school designed to provide a flexible and personalized learning environment for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. The school focuses on credit recovery, accelerated learning, and self-paced instruction, allowing students to work toward their high school diplomas at a pace that fits their individual academic needs and personal circumstances.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the ACADEMY OF CHOICE emphasizes social-emotional support and community building. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering close relationships between students and staff, the school aims to re-engage students who have fallen behind or who require a non-traditional approach to complete their education. It serves as a vital resource within the district for those looking to overcome barriers to graduation and prepare for future post-secondary opportunities, including college and career pathways.

For more information, contact ACADEMY OF CHOICE at (713) 251-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.