FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF SCHERTZ
Charter School
816 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Founders Classical Academy of Schertz is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school that serves as part of the ResponsiveEd network. The school is built on a classical education model, which emphasizes a traditional, content-rich curriculum designed to cultivate wisdom and virtue in students. Rather than focusing solely on standardized test preparation, the academy prioritizes a rigorous academic framework that includes the study of history, literature, mathematics, and the sciences, often utilizing a "Great Books" approach to instill a deep appreciation for Western civilization and intellectual heritage.
In addition to its core academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and the cultivation of civic responsibility. The learning environment is structured to be disciplined and orderly, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and the ability to articulate their thoughts clearly. As part of the ResponsiveEd family, the Schertz campus benefits from a centralized administrative structure while maintaining a distinct mission to prepare students for college and a life of engaged, principled citizenship.
In addition to its core academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and the cultivation of civic responsibility. The learning environment is structured to be disciplined and orderly, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and the ability to articulate their thoughts clearly. As part of the ResponsiveEd family, the Schertz campus benefits from a centralized administrative structure while maintaining a distinct mission to prepare students for college and a life of engaged, principled citizenship.
816
Total Students
47.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 378 |
| Hispanic | 331 |
| Black | 48 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White378 (46.3 %)
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Hispanic331 (40.6 %)
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Two or More49 (6.0 %)
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Black48 (5.9 %)
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Asian6 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.4 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | TEXAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMIES |
| Phone: | (972)316-3663 |
| Website: | http://www.responsiveed.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 816 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 47.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 214 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 29 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
64
Grade 1
69
Grade 2
74
Grade 3
76
Grade 4
80
Grade 5
75
Grade 6
81
Grade 7
72
Grade 8
66
Grade 9
53
Grade 10
49
Grade 11
35
Grade 12
22
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 64 |
| Grade 1 | 69 |
| Grade 2 | 74 |
| Grade 3 | 76 |
| Grade 4 | 80 |
| Grade 5 | 75 |
| Grade 6 | 81 |
| Grade 7 | 72 |
| Grade 8 | 66 |
| Grade 9 | 53 |
| Grade 10 | 49 |
| Grade 11 | 35 |
| Grade 12 | 22 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 436 | 53.4% |
| Male | 380 | 46.6% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
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Charter School
973 Students
Other K - 9th
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