TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH

Charter School 254 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Dallas Can Academy (part of the Texans Can Academies network) is a unique, tuition-free public charter school system designed specifically for students who have struggled in traditional academic settings. Located on Ross Avenue in Dallas, the school focuses on re-engaging youth—many of whom are over-age for their grade level or at risk of dropping out—by providing a flexible and supportive path toward a high school diploma. Their approach emphasizes individualized instruction, smaller class sizes, and a wrap-around support system intended to remove the personal or financial barriers that typically impede a student's educational progress.

The academy’s mission is centered on the belief that every student deserves a second chance at success, regardless of their past academic history or life circumstances. By integrating career-readiness programs with a self-paced curriculum, the school aims to prepare students not only for graduation but also for post-secondary education or immediate entry into the workforce. Through its non-traditional model, Dallas Can Academy serves as a critical bridge for students looking to overcome obstacles and gain the necessary skills to achieve economic independence and long-term stability.
254
Total Students
14.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic151
Black82
Asian5
Two or More5
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    151 (59.4 %)
  • Black
    82 (32.3 %)
  • White
    9 (3.5 %)
  • Asian
    5 (2.0 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (2.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
Phone: (214)824-4226
Website: http://www.texanscan.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 254
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 167
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 80
Grade 10 51
Grade 11 64
Grade 12 59

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH
Grade Student Count
Grade 980
Grade 1051
Grade 1164
Grade 1259
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11946.9%
Male13553.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)