AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL
AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 947 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 51 teachers, AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Austin Academy for Excellence, located in Garland, Texas, is a specialized magnet school within the Garland Independent School District that serves students in grades 6 through 8. As a dedicated magnet campus, it is designed to provide a rigorous academic environment for students who demonstrate high achievement and a strong interest in advanced coursework. The school emphasizes a challenging curriculum that prepares its students for success in honors-level courses and prepares them for the transition into high school and beyond.
The school is well-regarded for its focus on cultivating critical thinking, leadership skills, and academic discipline. Beyond its core curriculum, Austin Academy fosters a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, clubs, and academic competitions that encourage students to explore their interests and build community. By maintaining high standards and providing a structured, supportive atmosphere, the academy aims to empower its students to reach their full potential and achieve excellence in their future educational endeavors.
For more information, contact AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL at (972) 926-2620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GARLAND, TX 75040-8126
(972) 926-2620
http://www.garlandisd.net/austin
AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 947 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- GARLAND ISD
- Total Students:
- 947
- Teachers:
- 51.54
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 947 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 44.2%
- White
- 24.2%
- Asian
- 16.2%
- Black or African American
- 11.7%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.1%
- Female
- 49.9%
- Male
- 50.1%
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.