TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY
TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY is a Title I public charter school that is part of the TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 197 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 10th 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 14 teachers, TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY (TEA) is a public charter school located in Austin, Texas, that operates with a focus on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to its student body. The school is known for its commitment to high academic standards and its mission to prepare students for success in higher education and the global workforce. By utilizing a structured learning environment, the academy aims to bridge achievement gaps and foster a culture of excellence for students from a diverse range of backgrounds within the Austin community.
Beyond traditional academics, TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY emphasizes character development and holistic student growth. The school often incorporates programs designed to build leadership skills, social responsibility, and community engagement. By maintaining a smaller school environment compared to larger traditional districts, the academy seeks to provide personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere, ensuring that students feel empowered to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.
For more information, contact TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY at (512) 494-1076 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78724
(512) 494-1076
TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in AUSTIN, TX with about 197 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION - District:
- TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY
- Total Students:
- 197
- Teachers:
- 14.23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 197 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TEXAS EMPOWERMENT ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 87% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 87.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.7%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Female
- 56.9%
- Male
- 43.1%
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.