UT TYLER INNOVATION ACADEMY - LONGVIEW

UT TYLER INNOVATION ACADEMY - LONGVIEW is a public charter school that is part of the UT TYLER UNIVERSITY ACADEMY school district, located in LONGVIEW, TX with about 218 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 11th Grade. With about 14 teachers, UT TYLER INNOVATION ACADEMY - LONGVIEW has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 UT Tyler Innovation Academy in Longview is a unique, STEM-focused public charter school operated by The University of Texas at Tyler. Designed to foster a "hands-on" learning environment, the academy integrates project-based learning with a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. By leveraging its affiliation with the university, the school provides students with a pathway to higher education and technical literacy, aiming to prepare them for the demands of the modern workforce through collaboration, critical thinking, and innovation.

Serving a diverse student population, the Longview campus emphasizes a culture of inquiry where students are encouraged to solve real-world problems rather than focusing solely on rote memorization. The school benefits from its connection to the UT Tyler university system, often incorporating university-level resources and instructional strategies into the K-12 setting. With its specialized focus on technical development and forward-thinking pedagogy, the UT Tyler Innovation Academy serves as an alternative educational model for families in East Texas looking for an enriched, STEM-centered academic experience.

For more information, contact UT TYLER INNOVATION ACADEMY - LONGVIEW at (903) 663-8219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.