TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON NORTH
Charter School
252 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Houston Can Academy - North, located on Hardy Street in Houston, is part of the Texans Can Academies network, a system of state-chartered public high schools specifically designed to serve students who have struggled in traditional school environments. The campus focuses on dropout prevention and recovery, offering a flexible, supportive setting for students who are at risk of not completing their high school education. By prioritizing individualized instruction and a "school of choice" model, the academy aims to re-engage students and provide them with the necessary resources to earn their high school diplomas.
The school’s academic approach is built around a student-centered philosophy that emphasizes personal accountability and academic acceleration. Beyond traditional coursework, Houston Can Academy often integrates career-readiness programs and social-emotional support to address the multifaceted challenges that its students may face outside the classroom. By fostering a smaller, more intimate learning community, the school works to bridge the gap for students who have fallen behind, ultimately striving to prepare them for successful transitions into higher education or the workforce.
The school’s academic approach is built around a student-centered philosophy that emphasizes personal accountability and academic acceleration. Beyond traditional coursework, Houston Can Academy often integrates career-readiness programs and social-emotional support to address the multifaceted challenges that its students may face outside the classroom. By fostering a smaller, more intimate learning community, the school works to bridge the gap for students who have fallen behind, ultimately striving to prepare them for successful transitions into higher education or the workforce.
252
Total Students
14.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic | 124 |
| Black | 121 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Hispanic124 (49.2 %)
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Black121 (48.0 %)
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White3 (1.2 %)
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American Indian3 (1.2 %)
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Two or More1 (0.4 %)
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: | (713)659-4226 |
| Website: | http://www.texanscan.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 252 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 14.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 206 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
71
Grade 10
79
Grade 11
65
Grade 12
37
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 71 |
| Grade 10 | 79 |
| Grade 11 | 65 |
| Grade 12 | 37 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 118 | 46.8% |
| Male | 134 | 53.2% |
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